Jason and I want to promote awareness of epilepsy and dravet syndrome. Amanda's first seizure was partial (one-sided) and lasted 45 minutes. Since we didn't know what was happening to Amanda, we actually drove her to the hospital instead of calling 911. After our experience, we want to help others understand epilepsy and the different types of seizures that may occur.
We have had multiple fundraisers for Amanda's medical expenses and to raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation of Chicago, click on any of the following links for fun pictures and more information.
Hope For Amanda Candle Light Bowl The 2007 fundraiser was a HUGE success; we raised enough money to pay for an entire year of medications.
Amanda's Family and Friends Cookbook We created a cookbook with 450 of our family and friends favorite recipes, proceeds used for medical expenses.
Epilepsy Foundation of Chicago We've had a family event and also attend the annual walk in Lincoln Park to help raise money for the foundation.
Current Fundraiser:
We are selling Amanda's Family and Friends cookbook and recruiting members for Amanda's A Team for the 2009 Epilepsy Walk in Lincoln Park. Please join us for a beautiful walk in Lincoln Park and help us raise money for the Epilepsy Foundation of Chicago.
