Real stories

Jordan was born prematurely leading to facial paralysis. While he’s faced tough challenges, he’s gone on to achieve amazing things.

Lisa developed a skin condition which put her life on hold. With the right support from Changing Faces and her own strategies, she's back to where she once was.

Lucy’s confidence was knocked during the pandemic, but after attending Peer Group Chat, she found that she gained a lot more confidence than she expected to.

Our campaigner Isabella gives her top five tips for dealing with inappropriately inquisitive loved ones this festive season.

Izzy shares her experiences of living with a visible difference in Portugal and the UK, as well as what she gained from our online group support, Peer Group Chat.

Ashley and Jordan have already experienced negativity towards their son Theo's birthmark, prompting them to raise awareness of Theo's condition and offer tips to others in similar situations.

Joanne’s condition has caused her emotional and physical pain, but that's made her more determined to follow her own path and achieve her dreams.

Paige hopes people can embrace all forms of difference in future, viewing uniqueness as part of everyone’s beauty.

Gemma’s son, Finley, has a rare condition known as lymphangioma. She shares her family’s journey and hopes for Finley’s future.

Lucy’s eczema has caused her physical and emotional pain, but after receiving support from Changing Faces, she’s rewritten the narrative surrounding her condition.

Dave joined our online group support, Peer Group Chat, because he wanted to connect with people who could relate to having a visible difference.

Rob speaks about the importance of being an ally to people with visible differences, and why empathy is the key to everything.