Battling the Quiet Storm

About Us

A Canadian community dedicated to supporting individuals living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa and their caregivers with compassion and understanding.
Our Story

Our Journey Towards Community and Support

Latoya’s experience with Hidradenitis Suppurativa led her to realize, after a challenging surgery, that she couldn’t be alone in this journey. Motivated by the thought of connection, she gathered her family and friends to form support groups, which ultimately evolved into Hidradenitis & Me.
Meet Our Team

A Passionate Group of Individuals with Lived HS Experiences

Latoya Palmer

Founder

Chevonne Smellie

Co-Director

Becky Molto

Co-Director

Jennifer McKittrick

Community Engagement Lead

Georgia Reid-Palmer

Caregiver Peer Support

Sherona Thompson

Caregiver Peer Support

We are a community built on lived experiences, empathy, and genuine support for individuals navigating HS.

What makes us unique