Support Groups

Facial Palsy UK operate local and online support groups for adults affected by facial paralysis.

It was great to talk with others and hear different and similar experiences. I’ve never had the opportunity to speak to other people with FP before. My only frustration was that the time went so quickly! I wish we had had more of a chance to chat!

Online Support Groups (Zoom)

We run a number of online support groups via Zoom throughout the year for adults affected by facial palsy. These group sessions are for mutual support and involve chatting with others affected by facial palsy. Participants will be encouraged to talk about their own experiences but please do say if you would rather just listen.

The meetings are scheduled to run for an hour but we will allow 30 minutes of additional time if there are a lot of people attending and not everyone has been able to ask a question. The group is led by a facial palsy specialist to ensure that the exchange of information is accurate and safe.

Our next session will be on:

Thursday 25th April 2024 (19:30-21:00)

To register, please email support@facialpalsy.org.uk

To be kept up to date with all future meetings, please Join our Community

Local Groups

Facebook groups (by area)

Other support

How do I find out about new groups starting?

Please Join our Community to keep updated about all our news.

Benefits of joining a Facial Palsy UK support group:

  • Exchange of information
  • Mutual support in an informal and friendly environment
  • Sharing experiences
  • Discussing the challenging aspects of living with facial palsy
  • Newsletter (some groups)
  • Support groups are usually facilitated by group members and a facial palsy health professional.

Cheshire & Mersey Support Group Video

Video made with funding from The Police Mutual Foundation and with support of We Are Invite.

Do Facial Palsy UK support groups cater for all ages?

The main support groups cater for people over the age of 18, or 16 and over if accompanied by an appropriate adult.

We don’t recommend bringing children to adult support group meetings because some of the discussions may be inappropriate, e.g. discussions about surgery may frighten a young child.

Our family days are a much better place for children with facial palsy and their parents to find support. We try to get a health professional to come along to family days giving parents an opportunity to ask questions they might not have time to in clinic.

If you would like more information about support groups, please contact us on support@facialpalsy.org.uk.

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Last reviewed: 27-03-2024    ||    Next review due: 05-04-2024