The paediatric epilepsy team works with children and young people who have epilepsy, and their families to make sure that they can stay safe and healthy. They visit children and young people at home and also keep in touch over the phone.
The team teaches school staff, healthcare professionals and families how to look after and support children and young people with epilepsy. This is to help you feel safe and happy that you have the best care possible, and to enable you to reach your full potential!
The team also makes sure that parents and carers know how to give you rescue medicine when you have seizures.
Where we are:
Women and Children’s Unit
Blackpool Victoria Hospital
Whinney Heys Road
Blackpool
Lancashire
FY3 8NR
Getting Help: You may meet this team if you are diagnosed with epilepsy and live in the Blackpool, Fylde or Wyre.
Availability:
Monday to Friday
Contact Us:
01253 955545
bfwh.child.epilepsy@nhs.net
Extra Help:
We have play specialists who can help keep you calm and happy if you are worried about any treatments. The clinic is accessible with an accessible toilet, sensory room and a portable hoist if needed. We have a quiet space available if you need privacy or time out.
If you need help with British Sign Language or translation, the team can arrange help through a translator or note taker.
The links and information below provide further information and support on epilepsy:
Epilepsy Action – www.epilepsy.org.uk
0808 800 5050 (Freephone)
Young Epilepsy – www.youngepilepsy.org.uk
01342 831342 (Mon – Fri 9am – 1pm)
