Colostomy Uk
OUR PURPOSE – WHY WE’RE HERE
We exist to make a positive difference for anyone impacted by any kind of stoma or stoma surgery.
OUR WORK – WHAT WE DO
Founded in 1967, we became a registered charity in 2006, and we maintain our original mission to this day: to support people with stomas and those who care about them.
There are now over 200,000 people living with a stoma at any one time in the UK who benefit from the work that we do as we:
- Provide practical and emotional support and advice whenever it’s needed.
- Run projects that empower and build the confidence to take on fresh challenges.
- Are a voice on the issues that matter, campaigning and advocating for ostomates’ rights.
OUR VISION – WHERE WE’RE GOING
We want to live in a world where having a stoma presents no obstacles or barriers and carries no stigma.
A world where people can:
- Get the right information and advice, at the right time, at the right stage of their stoma journey.
- Have access to the facilities and resources they need when and where they need them.
- Live their lives to the fullest without fear of discrimination or prejudice.
Registered Number 1113471