Summer Camp: Camp COAST

Our Young Adult Camp will increase self-confidence through recreational and social opportunities; provide 5 days of respite for families; and develop pre-vocational skills in young adults aged 18+ with epilepsy and I/DD. This is a unique program in NYS as it is the only camp to provide a pre-vocational focused residential summer camp experience to […]

Deep Brain Stimulation

Wednesday, July 16, 2025 12 pm – 1 pm EST This webinar has passed and was not recorded.  Join Empowering People’s Independence for an informative webinar from Medtronic on Deep Brain Stimulation, an epilepsy surgery option. Matthew Schneider, Therapy Representative for Upstate NY, from Medtronic will be presenting. Webinar is for informational purposes only. Always consult with […]

Summer Camp: Camp EAGR

Empowering People's Independence hosts Camp EAGR, a week long sleepaway camp for kids with epilepsy and their siblings. Day camp option is also available. Overnight Camp July 20 – July 26, 2025 Registration Fee: $35 Tuition: $750 Day Camp July 21 – July 25, 2025 9am – 4pm (flexible) Registration Fee: $35 Tuition: $265 More […]

Brain Injury Basics: Brain Injury 101

August 18 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hosted by Empowering People's Independence Brain Injury 101 with A BIANYS FACTS Coordinator Join us for the second of a series of three informative webinars for Parents/Caregivers on brain injuries. Alexis Rutty, CBIS, FACTS Coordinator for the Brain Injury Association of New York State will be presenting on the […]