The Facial Paralysis Support Network is borne of a forum of individuals with facial paralysis, caused by damage or trauma to the facial nerve. The condition is often the result of Bell’s Palsy or the byproduct of cranial surgery to remove acoustic neuromas and other brain tumors. These relatively uncommon and very different conditions generally share the same physical and emotional symptoms as well as courses of treatment. 

Yet, these traditionally underserved populations often experience dismissal from the medical community which offers few supports, taking a “wait and see” stance, offering that the facial nerve is mysterious and unpredictable, while sufferers are left feeling powerless, twisting in the wind, alone. Many of us (and yes this writer, educator and advocate included) are left to cope in isolation, cobbling together shattered self-esteem, desperate for treatment and answers- not to mention the daily physical (often intense) and emotional discomfort of facing the world- with MY FACE… forever. 

History: The Facial Paralysis Support Group, was officially launched 

April 4th, 2008 at the, Facial Nerve Center, of Boston, one of a few of such facilities in the USA. The group was founded by tireless facial paralysis patients, facing similar circumstances, wishing for a forum for discussing the specific issues we confront and must learn to cope with, which can be very isolating, when few can identify. In response to our urging, the Facial Nerve Center's giving, professional staff facilitated the group's formal establishment. It has been an incredible experience to meet and talk with faces just like ours who are facing head on these unique set of physical and emotional challenges. The goal of this page and forum is to provide Facial paralysis patients with another means whereby we can connect.

Who we are / Mission / Vision

Who are we? This group is the product of bonds forged by a few facial paralysis patients who found each other and the professionals who supported them.

Mission & Vision	What We Do?
The mission of the Facial Paralysis Support Network is to pro paralysis patients with a forum to, share experiences and strategies, each other, disseminate information and  facilitate communications processes to  form a network. MY FACE serves as an outlet for  the expression of triumphs, challenges, and frustrations associated with facial paralysis.	Meeting- The 1st Friday of every month, to discuss the unique issues associated with facial paralysis, sharing concerns, experiences, and advice. Support- to facilitate coping Medical information- Discuss medical treatments and experiences regarding  treatments Treatment Strategies- Explore and share holistic supplementary treatment options  & additional physical & emotional coping strategies.