Makayla Benkula first came to us two years ago as a participant at Camp Brainstorm, a camp for children living with epilepsy. Benkula started having seizures when she was three and was diagnosed with epilepsy at 11. Makayla said she struggled in school because people were not educated about her condition. Makayla’s mother said she was labeled as a “behavior...
“Kathy is an unsung hero. She cares deeply about persons affected by epilepsy. As a social worker she helps families find their way after struggling with a diagnosis of epilepsy. Her efforts to help the families are beyond those of an ordinary social worker.”- Kim Martin, EFCST Assistant Director Kathy Kraemer accepts Excellence in Caregiving Award Kathy Kraemer has been...
Lauren “Peanut” Lynch Lauren Nadine Lynch was best known as “Peanut” by those who loved her. She was an accomplished athlete and an inspiration to other people with disabilities despite living with epilepsy. On January 29, 2018, 22-year-old Lauren lost her battle with epilepsy. Only 30 days after tragically losing her daughter, Shila Leos set up a fundraiser through
We’re back for another great year! Our Inspiration Eight years after losing their beloved son, the Smith Family continues to bring inspiration, awareness and unity to the epilepsy community. Kaden Smith was 9-years-old when he lost his battle with epilepsy. Since then, the Smith family has started this race in the fight against epilepsy so not another moment is...
Security Service Charitable Foundation has presented Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas (EFCST) with a $2,500 donation to purchase custom-fit and medically necessary helmets for disadvantaged youth and adults with epilepsy. EFCST is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing comfort and support for people with epilepsy and their families and caretakers. They strive to help people with epilepsy lead active, productive...
The catastrophic Hurricane Harvey may have devastated the southern region of the United States with historic flooding. But Harvey was no match for the overflowing community presence, support, and assistance that outpoured across every city in the nation. From raising money through fundraisers to offering supplies, housing, and even free rides, Harvey could not stop the spirit and camaraderie of people....
Eleven-year-old Chase Johnson has turned his hoop dreams into a nonprofit that’s helping others. ...
Check out the replay of Trinity Title of Texas – San Antonio’s live donation check presentation to the Epilepsy Foundation Central & South Texas! Thank you for everyone who made the 3rd Annual Trinity Title Chili Cook-off such a great success! https://www.facebook.com/trinitytitlesa/videos/1269434276509294 ...
Like most 9-year-old boys, Emiliano Zuniga likes to run and play. Now, his mother can watch him run and jump a little less fearful that he is going to hurt himself after he was diagnosed with epilepsy six months ago. That’s because on this day, Kathleen Kraemer, with the Epilepsy Foundation of Central and South Texas, presented Emiliano with his...
It’s not always easy to stand up before your entire school to talk. That’s exactly what Chase Johnson is doing. The 11-year-old from Dripping Springs is on a mission to raise awareness about epilepsy. His campaign started inside Rooster Elementary School where he is a 5th grader. “I was wondering why they are always talking about diabetes and other diseases...
