Facial paralysis in its many forms can be incredibly isolating. Many people can go through life without ever meeting someone else with this condition, so finding others who “get it” is like a sigh of relief.
Not everyone, however, has a chance to meet with others in person for emotional and physical support. This is where online support groups and resources can fill that void and help to connect you with others who are dealing with facial paralysis across the US, and even the world!
Here are some of the current resources available online:
Websites:
Facial Paralysis & Bell’s Palsy Foundation – www.facialparalysisfoundation.org
Facial Palsy UK – www.facialpalsy.org.uk
Bell’s Palsy Information – www.bellspalsy.ws
Acoustic Neuroma Association – www.anausa.org
Moebius Syndrome Foundation – www.moebiussyndrome.org
Beauty with Paralysis – www.beautywithparalysis.com
Facebook support groups:
Facial Paralysis Support Network Australia New Zealand World
Facial Difference Adult Networking Community
Facial Nerve Paralysis Support Network
Bell’s Palsy Strong
Bell’s Palsy & Facial Paralysis Support (Group Page)
Surviving Bell’s Palsy
I Was An FP Kid
Podcasts:
Unique Smiles: The Facial Paralysis Podcast with Brian Apprille
YouTube Videos:
Facial Paralysis Podcast – Unique Smiles with Brian Apprille
Facial Paralysis & Bell’s Palsy Foundation