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Whether you've been living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease for years, are newly diagnosed, or looking to help a loved one, understanding Crohn's and UC begins here.
Danielle and Joe use their humor, wisdom, and stories to connect with and support other people living with ostomies and Inflammatory Bowel Disease! They believe in the power of humor, advocacy and awareness!
We are here to walk alongside you during your recovery from ostomy surgery and give you hope and confidence that you can return to the things you love.
The mission of Friends of Ostomates Worldwide-USA is to provide ostomy supplies and educational resources at no cost to ostomates in need outside of the United States.
In keeping with its mission of helping all people with ostomies, the United Ostomy Association established GLO (Gay and Lesbian Ostomates) in 1982, led by Bill Entyre.
Since then, dedicated leaders like Florence Cohen and Fred Schulak have kept the GLO spirit alive — creating a welcoming space for connection, understanding, and empowerment.
Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association, known as IA, is the national support group throughout the UK and Ireland supporting people living with an ileostomy or internal pouch, their families, friends and carers
Managing an ostomy can feel overwhelming. Whether you have a new stoma, or you’ve been here before, Ostomy Canada can help. For over 60 years, we’ve been there for thousands of Canadians with an ostomy, helping them live life to the fullest.
A National Foundation for Ostomy Education, Support and Advocacy
We empower ostomates, caregivers, families, clinicians and communities across the United States with trusted resources, human connection and compassionate care.
We are a mighty team of thinkers, doers, creators, advocates, and of course, ostomates. O/C is devoted to making sure people living with an ostomy are seen and heard.
The Quality Life Association (QLA) is a non-profit worldwide association aimed at meeting the special needs of the continent ostomate and educating others on the latest advances in ostomy options.
To provide an environment for adolescents living with conditions of the bowel and bladder that encourages self-confidence and independent living.
If you have an ostomy and/or IBD and live a plant-based (vegan) lifestyle, then this site should be your homepage! Seriously!
The content you’ll find has been created through my personal experience with living as a vegan ostomate with Crohn’s Disease
Founded in 1968, the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®) is the largest and most recognized professional nursing community dedicated to advancing the practice and delivery of expert healthcare to individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs. Through relevant education, effective advocacy, cutting-edge science, a supportive network, and a patient-centric approach, WOCN is dedicated to enabling professional growth for 6,000+ members and improving patient outcomes.
