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The in my shoes app is really good , this allows me to have a better insight into how someone with IBS or Crohn’s disease may have to put more thought in to their every day life in order to be able to accomplish what they want.

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In My Shoes: 24 hours with Crohn’s or Colitis app

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I did a patch test which I was fine with, on the day to wear the stoma bag it was very easy to apply and wear. I did have to take it off after 7 hours due to having experiencing itching and redness around the application site.
I love the fact that the stoma was to my skin tone and I was able to wear it under clothing easily. I was able to find a few accessible toilets that were clean and easy to access.

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Helpline We're here 24 hours a day: 0800 328 4257

Helpline We're here 24 hours a day: 0800 328 4257

Our Stoma Aware campaign aims to tackle the stigma that still exits in some areas of society. The more society understands the easier it will become for people with stomas to lead fulfilling lives.

Our quick video explains why it's important to be #StomaAware

We would like to hear from ostomates about how having a stoma impacts on your day-to-day life in the United Kingdom. We also want to know what you think about Colostomy UK and how well supported you feel by healthcare professionals.

It's a short survey and should only take 5 minutes for you to complete, so please feel free to answer them as comprehensively as you like! Your responses will help us better understand what matters to you and will shape the future direction of our campaigns and support services as we shoot for our goal of a more Stoma Aware United Kingdom. You can take part here

We are campaigning to ensure that facilities across the UK meet the needs of people living with a stoma. Our crusade to create a Stoma Aware UK includes:

Colostomy UK has been delivering Stoma Aware training for a number of years; however, the current format was introduced in 2017. The training seeks to educate organisations about the needs of ostomates, and the nature of hidden conditions. We educate organisations about what a stoma is, why someone might have a stoma and talk about 'stoma stigma'. We talk about toilets, ostomates practical and emotional needs, infrastructure, and staff behaviour. At the end of the training, we act as a critical friend, supporting organisations to change their policies and procedures and overcome institutional prejudice.

If you have a bad experience, or if you know an organisation who would benefit from this training, please email info@colostomyuk.org. Find out more about Stoma Aware Training.

Working with businesses, public bodies and policymakers to improve toilet facilities.

Raising public awareness of the stigma many ostomates face when using accessible toilets.

Find out more about stoma friendly toilets.

Download and share our infographic (above) and help to make others #StomaAware

Download and share our information video about how many people have a stoma, and the reasons why. You can also download and share our educational video 'What is a stoma'

Download our printable #StomaAware Frame and share your message on social media

Work with us to encourage organisations to become more Stoma Aware. Get in touch at marketing@colostomyuk.org

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Helpline We're here 24 hours a day: 0800 328 4257 Helpline We're here 24 hours a day: 0800 328 4257 Our Stoma Aware campaign aims to tackle the stigma that still exits in some areas of society. The more society understands the easier it will become for people with stomas to lead fulfilling lives.