Connect with others who understand.

Sign up Log in
Quick Links
Q&A Treatments A-Z Help Center Guidelines Crisis Accessibility
Resources
Emotional Well-Being Epilepsy Information Epilepsy Symptoms Epilepsy Treatments Living with Epilepsy All Resources
About MyEpilepsyTeam
What is This Site Terms of Use Privacy policy
Powered By
Real members of MyEpilepsyTeam have posted questions and answers that support our community guidelines, and should not be taken as medical advice. Looking for the latest medically reviewed content by doctors and experts? Visit our resource section.

Any Suggestions Or Guidance On Getting A Seizure Alert Dog For My 16 Year Old Daughter? I Am Doing Research But I Am Overwhelmed.

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Hummelstown, PA

We live in Pa. and have a training site right down the road from us, however there is a 2 to 4 year wait list. My daughter does have Medicaid so I was hoping that would help move her up on the wait list

October 21
•
Be the first to like/hug
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

@A MyEpilepsyTeam Member , Try this website https://www.eawcp.org/programs/servicedogs/;jse... & you could also play on www.google.com by typing in different things like seizure dogs in pa, that’s something like I typed & it brought up different websites but read their rules or restrictions of what they require to apply. Good luck. Your friend in Texas, Becky

https://www.eawcp.org/programs/servicedogs/
https://www.eawcp.org/programs/servicedogs/
Google
Google
https://www.google.com
October 21
A MyEpilepsyTeam Member

I understand the frustration of long waitlists for seizure alert dogs. Since you live near a training facility in Pennsylvania, here are some suggestions that may help get your daughter paired with a dog sooner: Contact the training organization and ask if Medicaid coverage makes your daughter eligible for priority Show Full Answer

I understand the frustration of long waitlists for seizure alert dogs. Since you live near a training facility in Pennsylvania, here are some suggestions that may help get your daughter paired with a dog sooner: Contact the training organization and ask if Medicaid coverage makes your daughter eligible for priority placement or financial assistance. Many programs give precedence to applicants with the greatest medical need. Look into local and national organizations that provide grants or fundraising support for service animals. Submit applications explaining your daughter's situation. If possible, consider widening your search area for programs with shorter wait times. While traveling for training can be challenging, it may be worthwhile to get a service dog faster.

October 21

Related content

View All

Seizure Alert Dogs

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Fort Mitchell, AL
April 3, 2016

Understanding Neurology

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Melton West, AU
February 20, 2017

Why Are Dogs For The Blind Free But A Seizure Dog Is Up To $70,000.00?

A MyEpilepsyTeam Member asked a question 💭
Palm Springs, CA
May 21
Service Animals and Epilepsy
Getting Started on MyEpilepsyTeam (VIDEO)
3 Reasons To Wear an Epilepsy Medical ID Bracelet
Continue with Facebook
Continue with Google
By joining, you accept our Terms of Use, and acknowledge our collection, sharing, and use of your data in accordance with our Health Data Policy and Privacy policies.Your privacy is our priority Lock Icon
Already a Member? Log in