Take a look at our stoma-friendly toilet venues across the UK on our website! There are over 1200 venues and growing! Finding a suitable toilet when you’re out and about can be a real concern for anyone living with a stoma.
That’s why we’ve created an easy-to-use resource highlighting venues with thoughtful facilities including hooks, shelves, bins, and full-length mirrors – small changes that make a big difference. This is another important step in our campaign to improve public toilet provision and break down stigma around stomas. With more venues joining all the time, we’re helping people feel confident to get out, explore and live life fully.
Explore the listings, share your feedback, and help us grow this vital resource: Link in bio.
#notalldisabilitesarevisible #Stoma
#StomaAware #ColostomyUK #urostomy #ilostomy #colostomy
We’re really pleased to share that @morrisons has joined our Stoma Friendly Toilets campaign, making all their stores stoma friendly – that’s 500 branches across England, Scotland and Wales!
Accessible toilets in every Morrisons store will include practical features such as a shelf for supplies, hooks for clothing or bags, a bin for discreet disposal, and a mirror for appliance checks.
These might sound like simple additions, but they make a big difference. For the 1 in 335 people in the UK living with a stoma, access to appropriate facilities can mean greater comfort, dignity, and confidence when out and about.
We’re proud to have worked with Morrisons on these improvements and, following @bandq_uk , to see another major retailer take this positive step towards making everyday spaces more inclusive.
Morrisons stores will also be added to our online Stoma-Friendly Toilet map, helping even more people plan trips and shopping visits with reassurance.
Thank you to Morrisons for listening, taking action and helping to break down everyday barriers for our community.
Read more on our website: Link in bio.
@mattfordecomedy #stoma #stomaaware #stomafriendly
Watch our campaigner Tony, @mollie_pearcee , and us on the BBC News covering our Stoma Friendly Toilets partnership with @bandq_uk . Full video: Link in bio 'Stoma Friendly Toilets Partnership with B&Q'
This partnership is all about improving accessibility, dignity, and understanding for people living with a stoma. By working together, we’re helping create safer, more supportive toilet facilities in stores, and raising vital awareness about why these changes matter. Get involved today: Link in bio 'Stoma friendly toilets'.
#StomaAware #StomaFriendly @bbcnewsuk
This Mental Health Awareness Week, we’re focusing on Action.
Adjusting to life with a stoma isn’t just physical. It can affect how you feel, your confidence, and your day-to-day life.
In this video, @turbotom.p shares his experience after bowel cancer - and reflects on something many people tell us: it’s easy to focus on physical recovery, while your mental health gets overlooked.
Taking action doesn’t have to mean big steps.
It can be as simple as:
• Telling someone how you’re really feeling
• Asking a friend or family member to check in
• Speaking to someone who understands
• Reaching out for support
You don’t have to manage things on your own.
If you need support, we’re here to listen and help you find the right kind of support for you.
Find out more: Link in bio. Full video available on our Youtube channel: Link in bio.
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHAW2026 #stoma #stomaaware #urostomy #ileostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk
Do you experience blockages? if so, unfortunately you're not alone.
It's one of the top-viewed pages on our website.
Check out our Stoma Problems guidance via the link in our bio for lots of hints and tips to help you.
#stoma #stomaaware
Just 1 week to go until our CPD-accredited Stoma Care Workshop! Have you registered yet?
If you’re a health or social care professional looking to build your confidence in delivering stoma care, don’t miss this opportunity to learn alongside other professionals at our CPD-accredited workshop.
👉 Book your place here: Link in bio 'CPD Care workshops'
#stoma #stomaaware #CPD #careworkshop #colostomy #colostomyuk
Our #ActiveOstomates – At Home online classes are back!
Starting June 2nd, Eight weeks of Pilates, yoga, mindfulness and Chair Yoga all from the comfort of your own home!
To find out more or sign up today: Link in bio 'Active Ostomates classes'
#activeostomates #stoma #stomaaware #urostomy #ileostomy #colostomy #colostomyuk
Double bagger Caroline Knight shares how she takes care of her mental health 💙
After struggling with unpredictable leaks and anxiety, finding the right stoma bag helped Caroline regain her confidence, independence and freedom to enjoy life again.
Swipe to see how Caroline takes care of her mental health →
We know everybody’s journey is unique - what do you do to look after your wellbeing? 💬
#stoma #stomaaware #mentalhealthawarenessweek #mentalhealthawarenessweek2026
“My stoma did not take my life away from me. It gave it back.”
Jo shares how living with a stoma gave her back the freedom to travel, be spontaneous, snowboard, swim, and say yes to new adventures.
From navigating airport security with a stoma to booking solo holidays and preparing for a skydive, Jo’s story is a reminder that a bag does not mean a smaller world.
Read Jo’s story on our website: Link in bio 'Jo Olliffe: Travelling with a Stoma'
#ColostomyUK #stoma #stomaaware #urostomy #ileostomy #colostomy #heathrow
May 12th is International Nurses Day. This year we're recognising Joan Garwood, a stoma nurse who has had a huge impact on the stoma community for 35 years, both on the wards, and for the last 5 years through delivering our Caring for a person with a stoma workshops. You can read her story on our website: Link in bio. #InternationalNursesDay #stoma #stomaaware
This #TfLPrioritySeatingWeek, we’re reminding people that for many people living with a stoma, the challenges of using public transport are not always visible, but they are very real.
For some people living with a stoma, standing on public transport can be difficult, uncomfortable or stressful. Priority seating can make a real difference to someone’s journey.
This year, artist Tracey Emin is voicing TfL priority seating announcements to help raise awareness of stomas and invisible disabilities across the network.
“Campaigns like Priority Seating Week are vital in helping people understand that not all disabilities are visible, and that a small act of kindness, like offering a seat, can have a significant impact.”
Find out more about TfL Priority Seating Week: Link in bio.
#stoma #stomaaware #TFL #colostomy #colostomyuk #urostomy #ileostomy @transportforlondon@traceyeminstudio
This year’s Mental Health Awareness Week theme is Action - taking practical steps to support better mental health.
Our 2024 Stoma Survey highlighted the impact stoma surgery can have on mental health, which is why we provide support through our Live Chat, Stoma Helpline, private Facebook group, Tidings support magazine, Active Ostomates, our website and local support groups.
Find out how we can support you: /support/
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