I started like you mid-life with Tonic Clonic but neuro, after some different ASM's tries, eventually have been under control with 2 meds. This has kept me to 2 or 3 focal type seizures per year as of about 15 years ago. I don't drive and there was one time frame of 18 months having no seizures. My point being from the above, is that it is possible to limit your seizures and the type you occur substantially if you have the right neuro and ASM'a. Totally free? Only your neuro can answer that. I know how you're feeling and I wish you the best. Note one ASM that was prescribed was Topomax. It never helped me personally, but it caused me to lose 30 lbs of weight, not that I needed it. My recommendation is be careful with that one.