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Register for our Upcoming Golf Tournament!
Come to the Peninsula Co-op Charity Golf Tournament on June 1st to have some fun and raise funds for the Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson's Centre! Registration information is available at www.co-opgolf.com. We promise you a good time at this Traditional Golf (Scottish)-themed tournament.
VEPC Seeks New Board Members
Are you someone with epilepsy or Parkinson’s? Are you a friend or family member of someone with epilepsy or Parkinson’s? Do you have skills that could contribute to a nonprofit Board?
The Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson’s Centre (VEPC) is a vibrant and welcoming non-profit society whose purpose is to strengthen clients’, families’ and communities’ ability to manage the physical, psychological and social effects of Parkinson’s and epilepsy. VEPC is managed by a volunteer Board of Directors made up of people living with epilepsy or Parkinson’s and professionals with an interest in the two disorders. Board members are appointed for an initial one-year term followed by two-year terms. Each Board member is expected to serve on at least one Board committee. The Board of Directors provides overall direction for the organization and is responsible for ensuring VEPC’s programmatic and fiscal health and accountability.
VEPC is currently seeking new Board members. We are seeking people with strong ties to the local community and an interest in epilepsy and/or Parkinson’s. Board members are typically selected by the current Board of Directors and approved by the General Membership at VEPC’s Annual General Meeting.
If you have knowledge and experience that will assist VEPC as it grows to meet the needs of growing populations of individuals with epilepsy and Parkinson’s in the Victoria Capital Regional District, we encourage you to apply to join VEPC’s Board of Directors by contacting us to request an application.
You can reach VEPC at (250) 475-6677, help@vepc.bc.ca, or visit our website at www.vepc.bc.ca
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Information for Sinemet Users
There have been some recent announcements regarding Sinemet that our Parkinson's clients should be aware of. Please read about those changes here as well as about Merck Canada's Sinemet Patient Assistance Program.
Purple Day A Great Success
Purple Day 2012 was a great success! On March 24th Victoria's first annual Plane Pull for Epilepsy- presented by Viking, was held at the Viscount Aero Centre. Teams raised funds in support of the Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson's Centre Society (VEPC) and joined in a fun and engaging day of competition and camaraderie. The winning team was Carla's Funky Chickens with special recognition going to Dean Park Pet Hospital (Fastest Pull), Purple Power Pullers (Most Funds Raised), and Elias is Exceptional (Most Enthusiastic). A special thanks to CHEK-TV for MC'ing the event, and to our other sponsors Viking, Pacific Sky, UCB - THe Epilepsy Company, Brad Clarke of Raymond James, Victoria International Airport, Viscount Aero Centre, Sportball, Braefoot Centre, The Q 100.3, The Zone 91.3, HBL Events, and Island Parent. Watch for pictures soon on the website at www.victoriaplanepull.ca.
Class Action on Neurontin
Individuals with epilepsy who have taken Neurontin, should be aware of a Class Action law suit currently underway. Please read more here.
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Win a 47" Flat Screen LCD Television!
At 1:00 pm on June 1, a helicopter will release 2000 consecutively numbered golf balls over a flagstick on the 18th fairway of Olympic View Golf Club during the Peninsula Co-op Charity Golf Classic. The ball that lands in or closest to the flag stick will be the winner of a large flatscreen TV. Prize value of $800. Winner responsible for delivery. Tickets may be purchased and sold only in British Columbia. Ticket sales end at 12:30 pm on June 1, 2012. Chances to win are 1 in 2000. 19+ to play! BC Gaming Event License # 42545
Call VEPC at 250=475-6677 to purchase your tickets. 1 for $5 of 5 for $20.
Problem Gamblin? Help Line 1-888-795-6111
www.bcresponsiblegambling.ca
“Know your limit, play within it.”
The Victoria Epilepsy and Parkinson's Centre Society is a vibrant and welcoming non-profit society whose purpose is to strengthen clients', families' and communities' ability to manage the physical, psychological and social effects of Parkinson's and epilepsy.
Parkinson's and epilepsy are unrelated conditions. Sharing administrative resources allows us to provide more cost-effective service to residents of Victoria, surrounding municipalities, the Saanich Peninsula and the Gulf Islands.
What can we offer you?
Our professional staff can help you and your family to:
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Learn powerful ways to take action and reduce the impact of Parkinson's and epilepsy
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Make the best use of limited time with your doctor
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Link you to quality sources of information and the latest research
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Connect with others who understand your situation
We do this by:
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Providing confidential individual consultations tailored to your unique needs
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Collaborating with local and mainland health care providers to improve care
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Organizing practical programs and meetings to help you live life to the fullest
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Tracking and publishing the latest medical breakthroughs, research and online links
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Offering free public information sessions to educate our community
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Maintaining a lending library of current brochures, books, tapes, CDs and DVDs
Disclaimer:The material contained on this website is meant solely for information purposes. Please consult with the physician providing medical care in all matters pertaining to medical advice and treatment.
