About The Meath Epilepsy

If you or someone you care for is living with complex epilepsy, then we are here to help…

We recognise ability so that the people that we support are enabled to live as independently as possible, challenge themselves and to fulfil their potential. This positive ‘can do’ culture is shared by the people we support, staff and volunteers alike and is palpable throughout our broad range of services and facilities.
Our very special community is located in a stunning setting and boasts fantastic facilities in central Godalming. The Meath’s beautiful Grade II listed manor house, together with other higher-needs modern annex houses and the Skills Centre, are all set in landscaped grounds. Our location is peaceful yet close to local amenities and the main line train station. We are proud to be at the heart of our local community and to enjoy strong links with the town.

Adam - roll over the image

"I am much happier now I live at the Meath because the staff understand me. My Key Worker is Dan, he knows I like a laugh and gets my sense of humour. My disability is always on my mind but when I sing with the Meath choir I feel good. I wish I could stand. Using the standing frame and having more freedom in the pool during hydrotherapy makes me feel better, I feel less aware of my disability."

Siobhan - roll over the image

"I'm blind & have a sensory condition called Neuropathy as well as epilpsy. I have two spinal rods in my back and i use a wheechair. I'm very determined to make the most of a tough life. I don't want pity, but i would love for people to understand how much the support i get from The Meath means to me. I have hydro and physiotherapy which keep me mobile and they make me feel good."

The Meath recognises ability.

Our award-winning social enterprise Changing Perceptions, is to many a jewel on Godalming’s High Street. Here day clients and residents work side by side with staff and volunteers in a workshop setting to up-cycle donated furniture. The enterprise has a popular café in addition to the most colourful homeware shop in town! Changing Perceptions not only provides the people we support with the chance to hone skills and feel a sense of pride and achievement, but it also gets them chatting to customers as they serve their local community. It’s a great way for locals to support The Meath and for some, to increase their awareness of epilepsy and disability.

Amy - roll over the image

“Yoga has really helped me physically. I had a stroke as a baby and as a result I have a weaker side. As well as strengthening it’s very relaxing, I visualise squashing all my worries about my medication and seizures into a ball and throwing them away. I come out of the session clearer and less worried about life.”

Sophie - roll over the image

“At first I was very nervous in the gym but Jack helped me to build my confidence. Now I’m comfortable on any machinery but especially like boxing. It helps me clear my head and de-stress. I have also noticed a massive improvement in my hand to eye co-ordination. I have achieved more than I thought I ever would.”

“The Meath is a most exceptional place and should be used as a blue print for all care homes.”

We are especially proud of the friendly, vibrant and welcoming atmosphere that awaits your visit. Our positive and energetic culture is found in the smiles of each person we support and those who support them. What we have is very special and we never, ever, take it for granted. One parent’s comment:

“The Meath is a community that’s full of very special people; residents, day clients, wonderful volunteers and the dedicated staff team all work together to make The Meath such a positive and enabling place.”

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