💜 The Numbers Behind Our Mission: Epilepsy in Florida and Beyond

Every number tells a story—and behind each statistic is a person navigating life with seizures, stigma, and the silent challenges of epilepsy. At Still Me Rising, our mission is rooted in real lives, real struggles, and real hope.

 

📊 Did You Know?

• In Florida alone, more than 340,000 adults have been diagnosed with epilepsy or a seizure disorder. That’s 1 in every 50 adults.

• Nationally, nearly 3 million U.S. adults are living with active epilepsy, meaning they continue to experience seizures or require daily medication.

• An estimated 1 in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime.

For those affected, epilepsy is more than a medical diagnosis—it’s a daily negotiation with uncertainty. And too often, it also means:

• Feeling isolated or misunderstood

• Difficulty accessing neurologists or epilepsy specialists

• Struggling with employment, transportation, or mental health

• Living with the fear of the next seizure

These challenges are even more intense for adults with refractory epilepsy—when seizures continue despite treatment. For them, the journey can feel invisible and endless.

 

💙 Why These Numbers Matter

At Still Me Rising, we believe healing happens when people feel seen, heard, and valued—beyond their condition.

These statistics remind us that:

• The need is widespread but often hidden

• The emotional toll is as real as the physical one

• There’s so much room for love, connection, and support

That’s where we come in.

 

✨ What We’re Doing

Through joyful, creative programs and inclusive community spaces, Still Me Rising helps adults living with epilepsy reclaim their voices and dignity. Our message is simple, powerful, and overdue:

“You are still you. You are still worthy. You are Still Me.”

 

🙌 What You Can Do

Every number tells a story—and behind each of these statistics is a real person navigating life with epilepsy. At Still Me Rising, we're here to remind them they’re not alone. You can help us reach even more people through your donation, time, or partnership.

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