Epilepsy Alliance Florida

Epilepsy Alliance Florida is a nonprofit supporting over half a million Floridians impacted by epilepsy and their caregivers through comprehensive services.

[Ileana Garcia @IleanaGarciaUSA]

📍💜Fortunately or unfortunately, I was born with 💜epilepsy. I’ve been seizure-free for over 30 years. Initially, most people I tell about my condition will cringe, but I encourage them to remember that I’m not defined by my worst moments but by my best. I’ve faced my share of challenges, but I’ve always risen above them and thrived. My career has spanned broadcasting, voice-overs, radio, and television. My life❤️I’m a proud mother to an incredible son and now serve as a State Senator for District 36 - Miami ☀️ As a Senator, I’ve been fortunate enough to pass legislation and fund projects that benefit others who share my experiences and blessings. 💜Life - not perfect, but always worth living. 💪🏼
@EpilepsyAFLA @FLSenate

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

@IleanaGarciaUSA Stories like yours matter. Thank you, Senator Ileana Garcia, for sharing your journey and using your platform to uplift the epilepsy community. Together we continue breaking stigma and proving that epilepsy does not define a person’s potential. 💜

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

Dr. Stefanie Jean-Baptiste Berry, neurologist and epileptologist at Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, joined our webinar to share how exercise and sports can build confidence, health, and joy for children and adults living with epilepsy.

#EpilepsyAwareness #SeizureSmart

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

🎃From a Doggie Parade and Trick-or-Treating to a Costume Contest, Pumpkin Patch Photos, and prizes—you won’t want to miss Walk the Talk Naples! ✨

👉 Register today at https://t.co/EPHST6TOKh

#WalkTheTalk #EpilepsyAwareness #Naples

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

💜 Being a teen isn’t easy—and navigating epilepsy can make it even harder. Our FREE Teens & Epilepsy Guide filled with tips, resources, and support to help teens (and their families) feel empowered and understood. ✨

👉 Download: https://t.co/zc0U98Asqp
#EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

💜 Our Advisory Council came together for a day of connection, collaboration, and vision! A huge thank you to our council members for lending their voices, insights, and passion to move our mission forward. ✨

#CommunityLeadership #EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

When Mario was diagnosed with epilepsy at 4, his mom felt overwhelmed. With support from our case managers & school advocacy team, they found the right care & community. 💜 Now Mario is thriving—and they know they’re not alone. #FacesOfEpilepsy #YouAreNotAlone

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

📚✔ Balance back-to-school and healthy habits with Florida KidCare! See how easy it is to apply: https://t.co/nXlsWrstRl #CountOnKidCare

@FLKidCare

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

Our Heatwave Holiday Toy Drive is on a mission to bring early smiles to children living with epilepsy. 💜🎁

💌 Ways to help:
🛒 Grab a gift from our Amazon Wish List — https://t.co/NQzYMaGmcD
📦 Set up a toy collection box at your business

#DonateJoy

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

💜 Florida’s HB 173 is a win for students with epilepsy! This law ensures schools have Seizure Action Plans, staff trained to recognize and respond to seizures, and the ability to give rescue meds when every second counts. 📚 #SeizureSafeSchools #EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

🎉💜 The magic is calling! Join us for Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disney World on April 25–26, 2026! 🏰✨

🌟 Don’t miss out — learn more & register: https://t.co/3AuoDzxwry

#EpilepsyAwarenessDay #DisneyMagic #EpilepsyAwareness #EpilepsyAllianceFlorida #MagicForACause

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

💜 From checkups to mental health services, Florida KidCare covers it all — so kids can stay healthy and ready to learn. Learn more: https://t.co/9t6rewplB4 #CountOnKidCare

@FLKidCare

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

Our Heatwave Holiday Toy Drive is collecting gifts to brighten the season for children living with epilepsy.

🎁 Every toy = a smile.
✨ Every act of kindness = hope.

🛒 Shop our Amazon Wish List — https://t.co/NQzYMaGmcD
📦 Host a toy collection box at your business

#DonateJoy

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

📚💜 Navigating school with a disability? IEPs and 504 plans are tools that help students get the support they need to succeed. From classroom accommodations to personalized learning strategies, these plans make a big difference!

#EpilepsyAwareness #IEP #504Plan #StudentSupport

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

🎄Our Heatwave Holiday Toy Drive is bringing smiles to children living with epilepsy — months before the holidays even begin. ☀️🎁

💌 How you can help:
🛒 Shop our Amazon Wish List — https://t.co/NQzYMaGmcD
📦 Host a toy collection box at your business

#EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

💬✨ Listen to Maria, one of our Advisory Council members, share her experience of the first time her seizure was noticed. By sharing our experiences, we raise awareness and build understanding. Thank you, Maria, for helping others learn more about #epilepsy. 💜📚

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

🎒🩺 ¡La temporada escolar ya está aquí! Florida KidCare ofrece seguro médico y dental de bajo costo o gratuito para niños. Solicite hoy mismo en https://t.co/9t6rewplB4 o llame al 1-888-540-KIDS. #CountOnKidCare

@FLKidCare

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

🎓💜 College is a big step… especially when you’re managing epilepsy.
Hear from a mom who’s been through it all — her tips, insights, and heartfelt advice can help families feel more prepared for this exciting transition.

#EpilepsyAwareness #CollegeReady

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

Ready for spooky fun with a purpose? Flashback to last year’s Walk the Talk Naples: Paws & Pumpkins Halloween Howl and get excited for October 25th! 🧡

📅 Registration: 8am | Walk: 9am
Sign up today and be part of the fun: https://t.co/EPHST6TOKh

#EpilepsyAwareness

[Epilepsy Alliance Florida @EpilepsyAFLA]

Our Heatwave Holiday Toy Drive is on a mission to bring early cheer to children living with epilepsy. 💜🎄

✨ Want to help?
✔️ Shop our Amazon Wish List — https://t.co/DWFYHIfQem
✔️ Host a toy collection box at your business

#HeatwaveHoliday #DonateJoy #EpilepsyAwareness