Seizure Alert & Detection Devices

There are over 40 different types of seizures. Seizure alert & detection devices can assist in detecting when a seizure is occurring and will issue an alert to parents, friends, or caregivers. Consult your neurologist and research available devices. The devices listed below only detect tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures.

Sudden unexpected death in epilepsy (SUDEP) is a concern for many parents whose child with epilepsy has seizures during the night. While no device has been proven to prevent seizure-related deaths, technology is available that can significantly lower the risk.

JoshProvides encourages you to reach out to the manufacturers directly, talk with your child’s physician, and make a decision as to the type of technology that best fits the needs of your specific situation.

JoshProvides offers seizure alert & detection devices for individuals who experience tonic-clonic (grand mal) seizures from vendors listed below. Click on the links below to learn what their devices may be able to do for you or your child.

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Embrace2 Watch is the FDA-cleared watch that uses groundbreaking technology to detect possible generalized tonic-clonic seizures, and immediately alert caregivers. To learn more about the Embrace2 watch, visit Empatica’s website or contact Empatica’s support team at embrace@empatica.com.

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To learn more about EpiUSA EMFIT Movement Monitor, contact Christine Ocean-Rintala at 512-667-7507 or info@epiusa.net. Visit EpiUSA EMFIT Movement Monitors website and a YouTube instructional video is available here: Epi USA Emfit Movement Monitor Instructional Video .

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SAMi is a patent-pending sleep activity monitor for caregivers and individuals who need to carefully watch for abnormal movements at night. For more information, visit SAMi’s website, call (720) 491-1241 or email info@samialert.com.

Consult your neurologist and research available devices.

Click here for our Seizure Alert & Detection Devices Application.

If you are applying for a Seizure Alert & Detection Device grant, please contact JoshProvides at 1-800-706-2740 to check on criteria, funding caps and availability.

Completed and signed applications with physician’s documentation and client photo should be emailed to Info@JoshProvides.org or mailed to JoshProvides Epilepsy Assistance Foundation, 5428 Sundew Drive, Sarasota, FL 34238.

If you have any questions or need additional information, contact us at Info@JoshProvides.org.