Living with Crohn's or Colitis
All information about Crohn's and Colitis
Visit all our information to find out more about Crohn's and Colitis, including symptoms, treatments and practical tips for living with Crohn's and Colitis.
Virtual social events
We offer people affected by Crohn's or Colitis the chance to join a virtual social event with others across the UK. The events will be a chance to chat, share experiences and potentially learn from others. Family, friends and colleagues are more than welcome to attend.
Please note that these events are:
- Not intended to provide medical or professional advice
- Only for those aged 18+
- One off events and not intended as support groups
Sign up to our support emails
Have you recently been diagnosed with Crohn’s Disease, Ulcerative Colitis or Microscopic Colitis?
Our eight, bite-sized, weekly emails can help you:
- Understand more about life with your condition
- Read other people’s stories
- Find out about the support that’s available to you
Sign up to our new series of emails to help you navigate life after diagnosis.
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Helpline Service
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with these conditions. But you’re not alone. We provide up-to-date, evidence-based information and can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis.
Our helpline team can help by:
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Providing information about Crohn’s and Colitis.
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Listening and talking through your situation.
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Helping you to find support from others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community.
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Providing details of other specialist organisations.
Please be aware we’re not medically or legally trained. We cannot provide detailed financial or benefits advice or specialist emotional support.
Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
If you need specific medical advice about your condition, your GP or IBD team will be best placed to help.