Role of the Colostomy Association

The primary role of the Colostomy Association is to represent the interests of people with a colostomy. We are experts in living with a colostomy and that experience is available to all colostomates, via personal contact with our national teams of volunteers or our phone and helpline services.
We are here to provide support, reassurance and practical information to anyone who has or is about to have a colostomy.
We will raise awareness of what it’s like to have a stoma and what it means to live with a colostomy and by doing this, we hope to address the general lack of public knowledge.
We will champion issues that affect colostomates, their families and their carers.

Mission Statement

To listen • To inform • To be your voice