Ostomy Support Resources
Many people live full and active lives with their ostomy. These resources can help you learn to live comfortably with your ostomy.
If you are looking for a specific resource not on this list, please contact our IBD Help Center.
The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation does not endorse the services offered by the organizations listed below. This is offered for informational purposes only.
Friends of Ostomates Worldwide-USA
FOWUSA's mission to provide ostomy supplies and educational resources at no cost to ostomates in need around the world.
Hollister Secure Start Services
Hollister Incorporated develops, manufactures, and markets healthcare products and services worldwide. Their Secure Start services provide free, personalized support, product information, and educational resources to those living with ostomies.
International Ostomy Association
The IOA works to provide information, education and health care to all ostomy patients and their families and to pursue excellence in developing and establishing the highest level of ostomy groups all over the world.
This site is dedicated to the Ileo-anal anastomosis, or J-Pouch operation. Discussions include surgery, men's and women's health, caregivers, diet, and more.
The Ostomy Home Skills Kit supports patients with education and simulation materials to learn and practice the skills needed for postoperative adult and pediatric recovery.
The Quality Life Association (QLA) is a volunteer based non-profit group committed to meeting the needs of individuals who have a Continent Ostomy, or are considering an intestinal diversion.
United Ostomy Associations of America
UOAA promotes quality of life for people with ostomies and continent diversions through information, support, advocacy and collaboration.
Wound Management & Prevention - Ostomies
Wound Management & Prevention (WMP) is a peer-reviewed and indexed journal that focuses on clinical and bedside nursing practices for ostomies, wounds, incontinence, and related skin and nutritional nursing care.