Epilepsy Alliance America is proud to welcome the Epilepsy Association of Western New York, based in Buffalo, New York, as its twentieth member organization.
This addition further strengthens Epilepsy Alliance America’s national network of community-based organizations dedicated to supporting individuals and families impacted by epilepsy and seizures. The Epilepsy Association of Western New York was approved for membership by the Epilepsy Alliance America Board of Directors, expanding the organization’s reach and ensuring continued representation in the Northeast region.
Founded in 1947, the Epilepsy Association of Western New York has a long-standing history of serving individuals and families affected by epilepsy. The organization offers professional services to individuals with Epilepsy and/or seizure disorders, their families, and significant others. Through comprehensive programs and community partnerships, the Epilepsy Association of Western New York works to promote safety, increase understanding, and empower people living with epilepsy throughout the region.
“Welcoming the Epilepsy Association of Western New York to Epilepsy Alliance America reflects our ongoing commitment to building a strong, collaborative national network,” said Lisa Gallipoli, Executive Director of Epilepsy Alliance America. “Their decades of experience, dedication to education, and deep community connections will strengthen our collective impact and enhance our work across the Northeast. And, we know that collaboration is in their DNA! As a member of the Epilepsy Coalition of New York State, along with founding member organization, Empowering People’s Independence, Epilepsy Association of Western New York has demonstrated that working together creates better results!”
From Jeffrey Irwin, “As Executive Director of the Epilepsy Association of Western New York, I am proud to share an exciting milestone in our organization’s history. We are joining the Epilepsy Alliance America network, creating new opportunities to strengthen the support, education, advocacy, and resources available to individuals and families affected by epilepsy throughout Western New York.
For nearly eight decades, our organization has been committed to improving lives, reducing stigma, and ensuring that no one faces epilepsy alone. This affiliation allows us to build upon that legacy while gaining access to a broader network of expertise, collaboration, and national resources that will help us better serve our community.
While our reach expands, our commitment remains firmly rooted in Western New York. We will continue to provide the personalized programs and services our community has come to trust, while embracing innovative opportunities to advance epilepsy awareness and support.
This partnership represents more than organizational growth—it is a reaffirmation of our mission and our belief that together we can create a future where every person affected by epilepsy has the support, understanding, and opportunities they deserve.
I am deeply grateful to our board members, staff, volunteers, donors, community partners, and the countless individuals and families who have supported our work. Your dedication has made this moment possible. As we begin this new chapter, I look forward to what we can accomplish together on behalf of the epilepsy community.”
