BC Epilepsy Society

Join our Mental Wellness Program for one-on-one counselling with counsellors who actually understand epilepsy. If you live with #epilepsy or are an immediate family member of a person living with epilepsy, visit bit.ly/3YbVLGd to find out more #EpilepsyAwareness

🎃💜 Did You Know? Flashing lights can trigger seizures in some people with photosensitive epilepsy. If exposed, cover one eye, turn away, and move away when safe. This may reduce exposure but can't guarantee seizure prevention. #BCEpilepsySociety #EpilepsyAwareness

🏒🎃 FREE HOCKEY TICKETS! Surrey Eagles vs. Coquitlam Express 📅 Fri, Oct. 30 | 7 PM 📍 South Surrey Arena Use code COMMOTS to claim free tickets while supplies last! 🎟️ ow.ly/TGa65101Wib Offer from the Surrey Eagles, not a BCES event. #BCEpilepsySociety

💜 Epilepsy Word of the Week: Focal Seizures A focal seizure starts in one area of the brain. 🧠 Focal Aware: Awareness is preserved. 🧠 Focal Impaired Awareness: Awareness is affected. Seizures can look different from one person to the next. =#EpilepsyAwareness

🎃💜 Halloween Tips! 💊 Take medication as prescribed and maintain your usual routine. ✨ If flashing lights trigger your seizures, cover one eye, turn away slowly and move away when safe. 🏠 Decorators: Consider slower flashing speeds or steady lights. #EpilepsyAwareness

💜 October 21 is SUDEP Action Day. SUDEP (Sudden Unexpected Death in Epilepsy) is a rare but serious epilepsy-related risk. We stand with families affected by loss and encourage informed conversations and continued research. #SUDEPActionDay #BCEpilepsySociety

💜 Invisible Disabilities® Week Not all medical conditions are visible. Epilepsy is one example. Seizures aren't always obvious and the effects of epilepsy can extend beyond what others see. #InvisibleDisabilitiesWeek

💜 Voting with Epilepsy Check your voting options, plan your transportation and consider what works best for your individual needs and routine. 🗳️ Advance Voting: Oct. 16–21 📅 Final Voting Day: Oct. 24 Official voting info at ow.ly/VKeI50ZZ6Q0 #BCEpilepsySociety

👑💜 Good luck, Ms. Galaxy Vancouver! We’re cheering on our colleague Jacquoline Martin as she competes at the Canada Galaxy Pageants in Toronto, Oct. 16–19! We’re proud of your advocacy for epilepsy awareness and disability inclusion. #BCEpilepsySociety #MsGalaxyVancouver

🎃💜 We’re partnering with Maan Farms for a purple pumpkin display to increase epilepsy awareness! 📅 Oct. 14–Nov. 1, 2026 📍 790 McKenzie Rd., Abbotsford Thank you, Maan Farms, for supporting our community! 💜 #BCEpilepsySociety #EpilepsyAwareness

🏒💗 Discounted ticket offer from the Surrey Eagles! Pink in the Rink 📅 Fri, Oct. 16 at 7 PM 🏒 vs. Prince George Spruce Kings Use code **COMMST** for 82% off the base ticket price. 🎟️ simpletix.com/e/game-5-princ… This is a Surrey Eagles offer, not a BCES event.

Carve an epilepsy related pumpkin or paint a pumpkin purple to enter our contest for a chance to win a $25 gift card! Please tag us on social media or email your photo to [email protected] Deadline Oct 31 #purplepumpkin #epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness

💜 Happy Thanksgiving from the BC Epilepsy Society! 🧡 Wishing everyone a warm and happy Thanksgiving filled with connection, gratitude, and moments to cherish. 💜 #BCEpilepsySociety #thanksgiving

💜 This World Mental Health Day, we recognize the importance of mental wellness for those of us living with epilepsy and our families. Learn more at bcepilepsy.com. #WorldMentalHealthDay

💜 Did You Know BCES Offers Consultations? Living with epilepsy can bring questions at every stage. Our consultations provide one-on-one information, support and guidance for those of us living with epilepsy and our families. 💬 Have a question? Reach out to BCES. #support

🏒💜Special community ticket offer from the Surrey Eagles! Join us Friday, Oct. 9 at 7 PM as the Surrey Eagles take on the Chilliwack Chiefs at South Surrey Arena. Use code COMMRF for 82% off! 🎟️Get your tickets here ow.ly/wByQ50ZVB9L #BCEpilepsySociety #SurreyEagles

JOIN OUR VANCOUVER SUN RUN TEAM! The BC Epilepsy Society is heading back to the Vancouver Sun Run 2027 on April 18, 2027 👉 Register here: ow.ly/RaMW50ZV9FP 🔑 Team Access Code: YQEDAT 💜Donate: canadahelps.org/en/charities… #BCEpilepsySociety #VancouverSunRun

💜 Can We Trust Epilepsy Information Online? Before trusting or sharing health information, ask: 🔎 Who published it? 📅 Is it up to date? 📚 Are reliable and relevant sources provided? ⚠️ Does it make claims that sound too good to be true? 💜 Pause. Check. Learn.

What Do You Wish People Would Know? Imagine a new friend asked: 💬 “What would you like me to know about epilepsy?” Starting with a question can create space for connection and understanding. What would you want a new friend to know? #BCEpilepsySociety #EpilepsyAwareness

International Day of Older Persons Epilepsy can be part of life at any age. Everyone deserves access to information, support and meaningful connections. #EpilepsyAwareness

🧡 Today, we honour Survivors of residential schools, remember the children who never returned home, and recognize the lasting impacts on Indigenous Peoples, families and communities. We remember. We listen. We learn. #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR