How to become a 'Friend' of the Colostomy Association
What is being a 'Friend' all about
We would like to invite anyone with a colostomy, (permanent of temporary) and/or members of their family to become 'Friends' of the Association. The Association continues to help colostomates who are experienced and those who are new to living with a colostomy. Our volunteers, who are all colostomates, make personal visits to offer support and reassurance. We provide informative literature and attend hospital open days and have a twenty-four helpline. Our website will further enhance the work of Association but more importantly will provide people with clear information.
A 'Friend' is asked to make a regular commitment of £12.00 (or more) to the Association each year, either by standing order, cheque or postal order. This will ensure that we are able to continue to produce four issues of Tidings Magazine per year - this publication is full of the latest news, product information, hints and tips plus real-life stories from other colostomates.
This regular payment will ensure that there is always a helping hand for those who need it, now and in the future - including some colostomates yet to be born. There are many thousands of adults and children, who, now and in years to come, will receive a life saving colostomy.
The benefits of being a 'Friend'
By becoming a friend of the Colostomy
Association you will benefit in the following ways:
• You will receive a copy of our Tidings
magazine (48 pages) every quarter. Tidings is filled with
interesting articles, features and inspirational stories
which we hope you will find relevant and enjoyable.
• You will have access to
our volunteer network to discuss any specific issues that
you may have. They have a wealth of experience to share and
will be happy to talk to you.
•
We will keep you advised of the latest
developments in stoma appliances.
•
We represent our members in
forums to discuss forthcoming changes to the National Health
Service.
• We never intrude but are
always here if you need us
How to become a 'Friend' of the Colostomy Association
Becoming a 'Friend' is very easy - here's how - you can either:
• Click here to open the registration form, then print it, complete it and send by post to 2 London Court, East Street, Reading, RG1 4QL.
(The form requires Adobe Acrobat Reader to be installed on your computer. It probably is already, but if not you can get it from here)
• Telephone our Freephone numbers 0800 587 6744 or 0800 328 4257 and give your details to one of our office staff
• Register with us online and indicate that you wish to become a 'Friend' in the registration process.
Upon receipt of your details, we will forward you our Welcome pack which will include a copy of the latest edition of our quarterly magazine 'Tidings' and advisory literature such as Living with a Colostomy, Travel Advice, Healthy Eating plus lots more.
Please note: Your personal information will always be treated in the strictest confidence by the Colostomy Association and will not be disclosed to any third party.