Named an Angel Award finalist at age 16, Nicole Armand had already faced more challenges than many people do in a lifetime. Diagnosed with epilepsy at age 3, Armand suffered with uncontrollable seizures until age 10, when she underwent brain surgery to remove part of her frontal lobe. Because of her struggles, Armand decided to help other children who have epilepsy and their families. She raised funds for a special event at City Park in New Orleans by lecturing at medical schools and performing at fairs and festivals.