I can’t recall exactly when I contacted Face2Face Healing, but I know it was over a year ago when I was diagnosed with Bell’s Palsy and they became my primary support system. Their professionalism, positive energy, and kindness along with giving me the information and persepctive I needed to get throught the uncertainty of dealing with my condition that was not life threatening, but altering was greatly appreciated. As I write this, I am going on one year.  Because of the duration and severity of my symptoms, I felt isolated. But Karen and Susan stay in tough with me, calling and checking to see how I am dong. I find the website with stories of inspiration very helpful.

When Karen Scuilli and Dr. Daniel Pituch approached me about the Shadyside Hospital Foundation supporting a project Karen wanted to initiate at UPMC Shadyside….called Face 2 Face Healing…I was immediately inspired by Karen’s own personal situation, but more importantly by her passion and commitment to help others. The Foundation enthusiastically provided start up funding to begin the program that would reach thousands of people afflicted with facial disfigurements. We are so pleased that we could be a part of this effort to improve so many lives and their quality of life.

I was so happy to learn about your organization and website! People dealing with disfigurement can feel very despondent and alone. I can’t tell you how desperately this sort of support and information group is needed.