FACET is a Support Group.
Our mission is to improve the social aspect of food allergy through support, education, and advocacy as a group of individuals and families affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis.
FACET strives to accomplish our mission with the following peer and caregiver support goals:
Peer & Caregiver Support
FACET strives to accomplish our mission with the following peer and caregiver support goals:
Peer & Caregiver Support
- Host public quarterly meetings, allergen-free/friendly activities and specialized programs for children with food allergies.
- Provide a support network to individuals and families affected by food allergy and anaphylaxis.
Join FACET.
FACET hosts a food-free a play group designed for children with food allergies and their caregivers (parents, grandparents, nannies, etc). The groups meet 1-2 times a month at various locations in the greater Knoxville area. If you are interested in joining this great support network, please contact Becky at joinfacet@yahoo.com to submit an application. **No membership fees at this time.
We are active in the community and host several food-free or allergy-friendly events throughout the year. We encourage each FACETeer and group member to participate in these events. You may find more specific information in the Raising Awareness section of the website.
Please know that you are not alone - FACET understands.
We are active in the community and host several food-free or allergy-friendly events throughout the year. We encourage each FACETeer and group member to participate in these events. You may find more specific information in the Raising Awareness section of the website.
Please know that you are not alone - FACET understands.
Food-Free Play Groups & Programs
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We invite all children with food allergies and their caregivers (parents, grandparents, nannies, etc) to join in the fun of our playgroups. Play dates will be held at various locations throughout the greater Knoxville area. Contact Becky at joinfacet@yahoo.com for more information about this wonderful support group.
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Newly Diagnosed?
When a food allergy is first diagnosed; the news can be daunting. Many questions arise like:
What can we eat?
How do I read food labels?
Which restaurants are safe for us?
How do I work with the school and/or childcare provider?
We invite you to review our website for some of these answers. Typically, strict avoidance of the food causing allergic reactions is the course of action. If you still have questions after visiting, many people find it helpful to speak with a licensed dietitian. Your allergist or pediatrician should be able to recommend one to you.
What can we eat?
How do I read food labels?
Which restaurants are safe for us?
How do I work with the school and/or childcare provider?
We invite you to review our website for some of these answers. Typically, strict avoidance of the food causing allergic reactions is the course of action. If you still have questions after visiting, many people find it helpful to speak with a licensed dietitian. Your allergist or pediatrician should be able to recommend one to you.
AllergyHome has an informative online guidebook, Living Confidently with Food Allergy, that "teaches important information about food allergy, suggests ways to educate your child and others, and offers helpful tips and support. You will find that as you learn more, managing allergies will become part of your daily life. You will begin to feel more in control and less anxious or worried about your child’s allergy." - from Welcome Letter, Living Confidently with Food Allergy
