June 9, 2024
Unity is a beautiful thing
West Elmwood Housing Development Corporation held a block party yesterday June 8, such a gathering great for the neighborhood.My fellow CHW, Bruce was part of an event for…
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Personal stories and open conversations about epilepsy, stigma, mental health, healthcare access, housing, advocacy, and the social conditions that shape quality of life.
May 12, 2024
Don’t forget the word "Yet"
It can be very discouraging to see someone prosper just a little bit faster than you are especially when you put in so much effort; you'll find yourself…
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May 7, 2024
I’m a big girl now: Sarina Is that too much to ask?
Quite often purple warriors like other people that aren't as healthy fighting their battles get belittled viewed less than, and not even seen as an adult. Ever so…
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May 1, 2024
Day 2 went smooth 💜
To some, the thought of epilepsy was clearly misunderstood. As well as not viewing cannabis as a legitimate treatment. A goodie bag was given, but the message is…
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April 27, 2024
Is it catch 22?
A year of training for certification Community Health worker resulted in three job offers this week all at least $20 dollars an hour... and then epilepsy comes in…
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April 15, 2024
In more ways than one! Day1
Even with a few butterflies in the tummy I was too happy to share the message than than any anxiety. That was gave me self satisfaction, I presented…
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March 26, 2024
Accommodations, IEP, and 504’s
So many obstacles that most warriors are challenged by can be worked out if the cards are played right. This applies to education, work, and life in general.…
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March 26, 2024
Yes I can
The absolute high feeling that a warrior feels after reaching their moment and can give themselves credit is amazing for them; I did it! Is not always a…
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It’s Purple Day! Do you know the significance?
It's March 26th which is the global day acknowledging epilepsy. The representative color of epilepsy is purple; it isn't brought to the light as much as other conditions,…
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March 17, 2024
Calm Down, Calm Down…It’s not that complicated
That's instructional towards the tonic clonic (grand mal) vs focal (petite mal) and many other types of seizures. Seizures symptoms vary and can include a sudden change in…
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Different types of stigma
You never know what thoughts are floating around in another person's minds. Stigma is a dark mark of biased disgrace due to circumstances, quality, or person. There's two…
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I have the reins
Although Thomas C. Slater compassion center is providing the stage for me to share my message I still hold the reins to this project. "In more ways than…
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