For Families

Welcome to the section of our website which is dedicated to families. We hope that you find this section helpful in finding useful information and support to navigate Sturge Weber Syndrome. 

We are here to help you through these challenges, providing strength and support to help you navigate through day-to-day life.   Our Sturge Weber Community is here to support you through your journey.

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Living with SWS

Living with Sturge Weber Syndrome can vary widely among individuals, as the severity and specific manifestations of the condition can differ. Here are some aspects that individuals with SWS and their families may encounter:

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Areas of Support

Coping with a condition like Sturge-Weber Syndrome can be emotionally challenging for both the affected individual and their family. Emotional support from family members can provide comfort, understanding, and a sense of security.

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Join Us

If you chose to become a member of Sturge Weber UK you will access to support for emotional, practical, and financial matters. Membership is free. Joining as a member is easy and just takes a minute of your time to complete the online registration form.

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Apply for Grants

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Recent Diagnosis

We know how worried you must be right now. But our immediate advice to you is don’t allow the diagnosis to come between you. Enjoy your new baby. He or she may have additional needs, so take each day as it comes. He or she will still be the cutest thing you’ve ever seen.

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Family Weekend

Sturge Weber UK aim to host a Family weekend every 12 months in recent years this has been held at the Hilton hotel in Coventry over 3 nights. The weekend is highly subsidised through the fantastic fundraising that takes place during the year making the weekend affordable for all.

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Support for Siblings

Support for siblings of individuals with Sturge Weber Syndrome in the UK may be available through various channels. Siblings of individuals with special needs, including those with rare medical conditions like Sturge Weber Syndrome,

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Wellbeing Support

Family support and well-being for individuals with Sturge Weber Syndrome are crucial aspects of coping with the challenges associated with this rare neurological condition.

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Helpful Resources

Transitioning a disabled child to adult services is a crucial and often complex process. The goal is to ensure that the young person continues to receive the necessary support and services as they move into adulthood.

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Transition

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Medication data

We have listed some of the medication that children and adults with Sturge Weber take to help with the various conditions that come with this syndrome

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Glossary of Terms

This is a list of some of the terms you may come across when speaking to the medical profession after being given a diagnosis of Sturge Weber syndrome.