Epilepsy New Zealand

Epilepsy New Zealand 1 in 100 people live with epilepsy in Aoteroa. We are a registered charity, Charities Commission Registration Number: CC10611.

Epilepsy NZ aims to enhance the quality of life for people affected by epilepsy, their whānau, and their communities through education, advocacy, and access to essential support services. Epilepsy New Zealand is the only not-for-profit service provider dedicated to providing information and support services to people with epilepsy. Our Educators provide support to people living with epilepsy and their family/whanau whose lives are turned upside down by an epilepsy diagnosis. Epilepsy New Zealand exists to improve the social condition and quality of life of people with epilepsy, and those who care for them, along with increasing the knowledge of epilepsy in the wider community. Our National Office is based in Hamilton, and we have local offices across the country, with 13 locally based trained epilepsy educators providing services within local communities.

What's Going On In the Lakes District & Eastern Bay of Plenty Region.Why not  POP ON THE PURPLE πŸ’œOur wonderful educator ...
10/03/2026

What's Going On In the Lakes District & Eastern Bay of Plenty Region.
Why not POP ON THE PURPLE πŸ’œ

Our wonderful educator for the region is holding 3 social get-togethers in and around the area, including Rotorua, Taupo, and Whakatane. We have put up a poster for each area in this post. Each poster has all the details for the area. Please make sure you contact Marjo if you are planning on going, as she has limited spaces available. Come and join in the fun and celebrate Purple Day.

08/03/2026

We Are Proud To Have Angus Mabey As Our Ambassador

Angus is a professional referee with NZ Rugby. He had his first seizure during a spin class and then his second seizure in front of his wife. He says he now realises that having epilepsy and seizures not only impacts the individual but has a huge impact on those who witness the seizures, which is often friends and loved ones. In this interview, he speaks candidly to Martin Devlin during an interview on Devlin Sports Podcast Network.

Epilepsy New Zealand has definitely picked a great ambassador to represent those with Epilepsy. He is doing an amazing job of raising the profile of epilepsy, which in turn will help reduce the stigma. Thank you .mabey
mabey

Purple Day Planning πŸ’œThe planning has begun, and we are being told of collection points and events in and around NZ. Her...
07/03/2026

Purple Day Planning πŸ’œ
The planning has begun, and we are being told of collection points and events in and around NZ. Here is just a very small selection of things we know about already. Other events are still being planned, booked or confirmed. We have schools and workplaces signed up and hope to get some great photos later on.
Pop in the comments what you have planned.

To register and sign up for an event, go to our website link below and fill in the simple online form.
https://epilepsy.org.nz/you-can-help/please-support-our-current-appeal/purple-day/

A Thursday Thank you to Air Rescue and Community Services. In addition to supporting rescue helicopters this gaming trus...
05/03/2026

A Thursday Thank you to Air Rescue and Community Services.

In addition to supporting rescue helicopters this gaming trust also gives grants to organizations like ours.

This year they're supporting salaries for Theresa and Tasman Marlborough and Anna-Lee in Canterbury.

Thank you ARCS for supporting those in needs whether in the air or boots on the grounds.

Actively Supporting Our Communities Air Rescue Services Ltd was incorporated in February 2002 for the purpose of operating gaming machines to raise funds for distribution to charitable and community organisations throughout the Canterbury, West Coast, Marlborough, Wellington, Manawatu-Wanganui, Hawk...

Promoting Purple Day and Epilepsy Awareness πŸ’œOur educators are out and about this month, promoting Purple Day and raisin...
04/03/2026

Promoting Purple Day and Epilepsy Awareness πŸ’œ

Our educators are out and about this month, promoting Purple Day and raising epilepsy awareness. Our Otago educator, Leanne, has been visiting Otago Polytechnic.
She said, " The polytechnic is very supportive, and I will be running regular training this year for their staff, students & community"

What are you doing for Purple Day this year? Would you like to host an event and raise awareness? If so, register by following this link: herehttps://epilepsy.org.nz/you-can-help/please-support-our-current-appeal/purple-day/

Purple Day Campaign - Facebook Profile ImageYou may have noticed our Profile image has changed to support Purple Day. Yo...
04/03/2026

Purple Day Campaign - Facebook Profile Image
You may have noticed our Profile image has changed to support Purple Day. You can now change your profile picture by downloading the picture from our website. https://epilepsy.org.nz/you-can-help/please-support-our-current-appeal/purple-day/
Scroll down to Purple Day Campaign - Facebook Profile Image. There, you will find the image. Download and save in photos.
Go to your profile page and click/tap on your current profile picture, then select new photo..
If there are any gliches or you get stuck, type into Google "Changing my profile picture"-this will give you step-by-step instructions.
Or you can cheat and screenshot this image to upload. 😁

Looking Back at 2025 -Purple Day Heroes  Popping On The Purple πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œLet's take a look at some of our 2025 Purple Day Heroe...
03/03/2026

Looking Back at 2025 -Purple Day Heroes Popping On The Purple πŸ’œπŸ’œπŸ’œ

Let's take a look at some of our 2025 Purple Day Heroes and find out what it's all about.
Please follow the link to watch this awesome video.
Make sure you've signed up for your event this year.

March 26th is Purple Day, raising awareness and fundraising for epilepsy New Zealand. Here are some of the fun photos from 2025. If you'd like to get involve...

Who is Epilepsy New Zealand?-Mini Series 4 It can be scary on your own. You may not understand what's happening, where t...
03/03/2026

Who is Epilepsy New Zealand?-Mini Series 4

It can be scary on your own. You may not understand what's happening, where to go next, what to do, or how to tell others of your condition. We are here to help you. Our 13 educators are here to sit with you and guide you through the diagnosis. They can answer your questions, share resources, and connect you with others.
If you would like to talk with a regional educator, go to our website to find your nearest staff member.
https://epilepsy.org.nz/about-us/our-people/

Address

Epilepsy House, 6 Vialou Street
Hamilton
3204

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+64800374537

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