One of the most powerful ways you can help raise awareness is by telling your own story. Whether you live with a urostomy, internal pouch, neobladder or nephrostomy, your journey could offer comfort, reassurance, and hope to someone who is just beginning theirs. By sharing your story, you will be:
- Providing support to others with a urinary diversion: Hearing other people’s experiences or practical tips can offer comfort to people, making them feel less alone.
- Raising awareness: Sharing what you know helps to normalise conversations around urinary diversions, making it easier for people to talk openly and seek help and support.
- Inspiring support: By sharing your experience, you will help others understand the importance of our work and motivate them to support our cause.
Simply share a paragraph or two, and a photo if you wish, by clicking the ‘Share your story of hope’ button below. You can post anonymously, if you prefer.
In the meantime, we hope you find the stories of hope below inspirational, reassuring and full of hope!