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Safeguarding

We are committed to making sure that everyone who takes part in our events, activities or services can do so in a safe environment.

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Transformation plan FAQs

As Urostomy Association supporters will know, trustees recently introduced a transformation plan to review and build upon our charity’s services.

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Understanding issues that may arise – supporters’ top tips

The prospect of a urinary diversion can feel daunting. To complement our information page, Urostomy Association supporters have kindly drawn on their own experiences to develop some top tips on what to expect.

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One to one support

Having a urinary diversion can be daunting, but our trained volunteers can provide reassuring, confidential one to one support, by telephone, face-to-face or through our branches and groups. All our volunteers are urostomates themselves, so can understand your concerns.

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Frequently asked questions

If you're facing, or living with a urinary diversion, you've probably got lots of questions. Do check out our FAQs and see if we can help.

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‘Meet the experts’ webinars

Whether you’re considering or already have a urinary diversion, you may have questions about how this might affect your life. We’ve been designing a series of webinars to explore some of the most common topics.

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Boys need bins – campaign update

Our Boys need Bins campaign continues to go from strength to strength, as we call for male sanitary bins to be available in men's toilets UK-wide. This way, men with incontinence can dispose of their sanitary waste easily, safely and with dignity.

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Make a regular donation

Regular, monthly donations are crucial because life with a urinary diversion can feel daunting. It’s vital that people have somewhere to turn for reassurance, from diagnosis to living life to the full again. We provide that support, but can only do so with kind donations.

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Local support

In some areas of the UK, local groups offer mutual support and information. These groups have a range of in-person and online meetings.

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Helpline

It's not unusual to feel anxious when you have, or are facing, a urinary diversion. And it isn't always easy to talk to family and friends. But don’t worry, you can call our helpline for support, advice and help.

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