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Young Adults with Epilepsy
@yawithepilepsy.bsky.social
501 (c) 3 non profit organization, founded in 2023 by a committed group of compassionate, vision-driven people determined to provide support for Young Adults with Epilepsy-an underserved, at risk audience.
The YAWE Women's Group, led by Jordan, is a place for young women with epilepsy to come together, connect, and share their life experiences. #epilepsy #womenwithepilepsy #seizures #epilepsyawareness
October 30, 2025 at 7:31 PM
The YAWE Women's Group, led by Jordan, is a place for young women with epilepsy to come together, connect, and share their life experiences. #epilepsy #womenwithepilepsy #seizures #epilepsyawareness
October 30, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Exciting news! We have added an English Monday Peer Support group hosted by Teresa! RSVP https://loom.ly/f-pI9TE or comment below and we will dm you the details. #seizureawareness #epilepsypeersupport#epilepsyawareness
August 17, 2025 at 7:56 PM
Sign up for one-on-one support to be understood, ask questions, share frustration, and celebrate successes with a person who understands life with epilepsy first hand. https://loom.ly/eBjE7WI
August 7, 2025 at 10:43 PM
Want to join peer support but not sure where to start? Let us help! Make sure to comment your result, I got Teresa! ☀️ Find the RSVP link in our bio!
July 28, 2025 at 8:53 PM
Exciting news! We have added a Thursday Peer Support group hosted by Austin! RSVP on our website. #worldbrainday #seizureawareness #epilepsypeersupport #epilepsyawareness #worldbrainday2025
July 23, 2025 at 12:09 AM
See you tomorrow! #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness
April 17, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Now announcing our brand new SPANISH Peer Support Group with Sam!

Want to meet people who "get it"? Join our one-hour virtual weekly hang-outs entirely in Spanish to laugh, cry, or simply just listen. You can RSVP on our website or
join at youngadultswithepilepsy.org/zoom #epilepsysupportgroup
March 31, 2025 at 10:07 PM
We wanted to share these stats with everyone 💅Happy Purple Day from all of us at Young Adults with Epilepsy! #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #seizureawareness #purpleday #purpleday2025 #underthelightsfilm
March 26, 2025 at 9:57 PM
We wanted to share these stats with everyone 💅Happy Purple Day from all of us at Young Adults with Epilepsy! #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #seizureawareness #purpleday #purpleday2025
March 26, 2025 at 9:57 PM
💜⚡ Meet Rosie Wrighting, a true trailblazer! At just 27, she made history as the youngest female elected to the UK Parliament and is one of only 10 Gen Z MPs. Rosie is showing the world that epilepsy doesn’t define you—it empowers you to create change. #EpilepsyAwareness #epilepsy #seizure
March 21, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Tax season can be stressful, but you don’t have to do it alone! The IRS’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance team is here to help. VITA sites offer FREE tax prep for people who need assistance, including: Individuals earning $67K or less, Persons with disabilities, Limited English-speaking taxpayers.
March 17, 2025 at 2:14 AM
New Peer Support Group with Teresa!
Join our one-hour virtual weekly hang-outs to laugh, cry, listen, or just simply connect with people who "get it". You can RSVP on our website or join at youngadultswithepilepsy.org/zoom #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #epilepsysupportgroup #seizure
March 11, 2025 at 12:09 AM
Join us next Saturday for our March Workshop, Freedom and Independence: Reclaiming Control and Autonomy.
This workshop addresses the limitations placed upon people living with epilepsy, and gives people the mental tools, resources, and tips to live safely on their own. RSVP on our website. #epilepsy
March 10, 2025 at 7:15 PM
This International Women's Day we want to highlight women driving change in epilepsy. Dr. Dravet is best known for her pioneering work in identifying and researching Dravet syndrome, a rare and severe form of epilepsy that primarily affects infants and young children. #epilepsy #dravetsyndrome
March 8, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Daylight savings time starts this Saturday night! Get ahead of the time change by adjusting your sleep schedule now so it will be less of a shock to your system. #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #seizure #seizureawareness #epilepsytriggers
March 8, 2025 at 1:13 AM
We are so excited to be celebrating 2 years of Young Adults with Epilepsy! Wendy, our Executive Director, has reflected on just how far we've come in such a short time in our newest blog!

Read it on our website (Link in Bio)

#epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #seizure #seizureawareness
March 3, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Today marks the 29th anniversary of Pokémon, and we wanted to share how one episode of the series triggered a change in television, video games, and eventually cinema—but only after a serious incident. #epilepsy #photosensitivepilepsy #seizureawareness #pokemonday
February 27, 2025 at 9:23 PM
Discussing and demystifying racial disparities within epilepsy allows us all to help reduce the stigma of epilepsy. (2/2)
#epilepsy #blackhistorymonth #epilepsystigma #youngadultswithepilepsy
February 25, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Discussing and demystifying racial disparities within epilepsy allows us all to help reduce the stigma of epilepsy. (1/2)
#epilepsy #blackhistorymonth #epilepsystigma #youngadultswithepilepsy
February 25, 2025 at 1:06 AM
Roses are red, violets are blue, we made epilepsy valentines just for you! 💜 Spread the love and share with your friends! #EpilepsyAwareness #ValentinesDay
February 14, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Here’s to a year of strength, support, and new beginnings! Wishing everyone good health, prosperity, and seizure-free days ahead. #newbeginnings #epilepsy #epilepsy #epilepsyawareness #seizureawareness
January 30, 2025 at 1:07 AM
Join Abby for our one-hour virtual weekly hang-outs to laugh, cry, listen, or just simply connect with people who “get it".
January 29, 2025 at 10:07 PM
Cronutt, an 8-year-old sea lion, battled epilepsy that meds couldn’t control. But thanks to a groundbreaking brain cell transplant, he’s now living seizure-free and crushing it at Six Flags (yes, he’s in the show lineup!).

#epilepsy #EpilepsyAwareness #YoungAdultsWithEpilepsy
January 27, 2025 at 8:07 PM
You did it—congrats on completing the #BlueMonday challenges! 🎉 Each step you took helped prioritize mental health and connection, especially for those navigating epilepsy. Keep spreading kindness and taking care of yourself—you’re never alone. 💜 #EpilepsyAwareness #Wellness
January 26, 2025 at 5:04 PM