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 offering professional services to individuals with Epilepsy and/or seizure disorders, their families, and significant others. Services Include:

• Family Support Services
• Adult Counseling Services and Programs
• Epilepsy Education/Community Outreach
• Health & Wellness Sessions
• Outreach Educatio

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!"

About Epilepsy Association of Western New York
The Epilepsy Association of Western New York is a nonprofit organization based in Buffalo, New York, serving individuals and families impacted by epilepsy since 1947. The organization provides education, advocacy, support services, and community outreach to ensure that people living with epilepsy have access to the resources and care they need to thrive.

Epilepsy Association of Western New York exhibited at Epilepsy Awareness Day at Disney World in April, 2026.

Shown here are:
Allie Roesch, Epilepsy Association of Western New York
Lisa Gallipoli, Epilepsy Alliance America
Cheryl Best, Epilepsy Association of Western New York
Cassie Corral, Epilepsy Alliance America