Books
Growing Up Together
All sibling relationships have their ups and downs and tend to be a blend of loyalty and rivalry. “Families in which a child has a craniofacial difference are more alike than different from other families,” says Elisa Bronfman, PhD, a staff psychologist in the Medical Coping Clinic at Children’s Hospital Boston.
Handling Teasing and Making Friends
We all have differences. Our looks or how we speak or act can make other people curious about us and may lead to teasing and bullying. Children and teens with facial differences can sometimes feel left out or put down through no fault of their own. Preparing for attention and questions from classmates, strangers, or others can help build confidence in social situations.
Hannah Brown – Holy Cross
Hannah Brown, Cape Neddick, ME was awarded the Dr. John B. Mulliken Scholarship. She graduated from York High School.
Holly Chin – Wellesley College
The John B. Mulliken Scholarship Award - 2022
If You’re Having a “Ruff” Day, Play with a Dog!
Spending moments with a dog, whether your own or someone else’s, is sure to make you a happier human. And you will also have at least one very happy dog.
In Gratitude – Jane McDaid
Our heartfelt thanks to Jane McDaid, who recently resigned from her position as FFC co-president after leading the organization for seven years.
In Memoriam: Dr. John B. Mulliken
Dear Friends, It is with extreme sadness that I [...]
Jason Robinson – Clemson University
The Jane McDaid Memorial Scholarship will be awarded to Jason Robinson from Scituate, MA. Jason will be attending Clemson University in South Carolina in the Fall with plans of becoming an automotive mechanical engineer.
Jesse Kristin – College Student
Jesse Kristin has had more than his share—10 facial operations, extensive orthodontic work and, as a child, not knowing how to respond when other kids asked about his cleft lip/palate. But at age 19, Kristin spends little time thinking about the past. He is busy attending George Washington University in Washington, D.C., where he majors in biology and, when possible, performs with The Sunday Mail, a piano-based rock band for which he plays drums.