Self Help Clearinghouse

Facial Disfigurement

This information is provided as a resource and does not constitute an endorsement for any group. It is the responsibility of the reader to decide whether a group is appropriate for his/her needs. For evidence-based information on diseases, conditions, symptoms, treatment and wellness issues, continue searching this site.

Let's Face It

National. Founded 1987. Mission is to advance knowledge about, by and for people with facial differences and to promote their full and equal participation in society. Provides information and resources for persons with facial differences, their families, professionals and the public.
Write:
Univ. of Michigan/ Dentristy School/ Dentistry Library
1011 N. University
c/o Let's Face It
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1078
Website: http://www.dent.umich.edu/faceit/
E-mail: faceit@umich.edu
Verified: 11/10/2007

Forward Face

Model. 1 group in New York. Founded 1978. Mutual support for people with craniofacial disfigurement and their families. Strongly advocates educating members and the public in the quest for understanding and acceptance. Liaison with medical personnel. Newsletter and videotapes. Dues $30. Teen/young adult support group called The Inner Faces.
Write:
Forward Face
317 E. 34th St., 9th Fl., Suite 901A
New York, NY 10016
Voice: 212-684-5860
Fax: 212-684-5864
Website: http://www.forwardface.org
E-mail: info@forwardface.org
Verified: 10/24/2007

AboutFace USA

National. Founded 1991. Provides emotional support and information to persons with facial differences and their families. Network database of 900+ families who have similar concerns. Promotes public education and awareness. Also has cleft advocate program which provides online parent-patient support network. Newsletter, information and referrals.
Write:
AboutFace USA
P.O. Box 158
South Beloit, IL 61080-0158
Voice: 1-888-486-1209
Fax: 702-341-5351
Website: http://www.aboutfaceusa.org
E-mail: debbie@aboutfaceusa.org
Verified: 10/27/2007

---

The above information was "verified" as correct on the date at the end of each entry. Since American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse's database is extensive but staffing is limited and information for these organizations can change, it is not possible to keep every entry in American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse database completely current and accurate. Please check with the organizations listed for the most current information.

For additional information on self-help groups, please visit the American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse web site at http://www.mentalhelp.net/selfhelp

If you find information that is not current, please contact American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse at: admin@selfhelpgroups.org

Copyright © 2008 American Self-Help Group Clearinghouse. All rights reserved.

	Go to top of page
This information does not replace the advice of a doctor. Healthwise disclaims any warranty or liability for your use of this information. Your use of this information means that you agree to the Terms of Use. How this information was developed to help you make better health decisions.