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Channel 4's Embarrassing Bodies Colostomy feature

It's about time that the media showed some coverage of people affected by Stoma surgery. Channel 4 got in touch with us to talk about this feature and a further insight into our views can be read by visiting our blog

 Ostomy Lifestyle is now the UK distributor for the Anatomical Apron (MedicalCraft).  This revolutionary patienteducation aid clearly demonstrates what occurs on both the inside and outside of the abdomen followingThis greatly enhances your patient'sunderstanding of what will occur during surgery, alleviating their fears and helping to speed recovery. surgery.

 Previously it has been difficult to get hold of this fantastic training aid as they have to be shipped from the USA, however they can be ordered from Ostomy Lifestyle for £145 (+ p&p).

To order your apron call us on 0118 324 0069.

Alternatively e-mail Helen farrell at:  helen.farrell@ostomylifestyle.org 

Exciting New Corporate Support: Help support Ostomy Lifestyle in helping others like Salts Healthcare.

We're looking forward to hearing from you, send us some photos of yourself getting on with your life and state what other sorts of modelling you would like to be considered for (e.g. sport, fashion, medical information etc) to  models@ostomylifestyle.org  

Raising funds is always a challenge, especially when the charity is expanding so quickly. In order to meet the demand for our support services over the next year we have introduced a new scheme, Corporate Supporters, to encourage contributions from companies.

“Our helpline services are free to use, so the busier we get the greater the strain on the charity’s income. Productive relationships will help us to achieve real change for people affected by stoma surgery, as well as raise valuable funds to support them” said chief executive Neil Basil.

As we move into 2010 I am very pleased that we begin the year with a positive start, supported by one of the oldest family-owned companies in the UK that has a reputation for exceptional personal service for Ostomy patients.

Salts Healthcare is Ostomy Lifestyle’s first Corporate Supporter for 2010, ensuring we can increase the range of services offered throughout 2010, especially in the area of increasing the range of printed material to our users. We are proud to acknowledge Salts Healthcare in Ostomy News, our website and other relevant publications.

The family owned company recently had a product – Dermacol Stoma Collars– shortlisted for an Ostomy Lifestyle Award, as well as taking second place at the British Healthcare Trades Association Independent Living Design Awards.

Throughout the year we would like to partner with more companies as more can be achieved in a partnership than on its own; if your company would like to support us then please get in touch through our contact uspage.

Newtraining dates:

Places are available on Maximising Support After Stoma Surgery courses in Febuary, April, June, August, October & December in Bracknell.  

   Stoma Appliances Guide:

Appliances come in all shapes and sizes, and those that suit you best will depend on the type of stoma you have, your lifestyle,and your own personal preferences. All the appliances and accessories you may need are available on prescription.

You can download it here or contact us to receive a hard copy on admin@ostomylifestyle.org or phone 0118 3240069.

Want to get involved:

Would you like to:

• Help plan the services available to people affected by stoma surgery?
• Raise awareness of ostomy issues?
• Attend informative open days and meetings?
  

We are interested in hearing from anyone affected by stoma surgery including family, friends or carers of someone with a stoma or anyone interested in stoma care.

You could assist us in developing our activities and tailoring support in your area, by joining one of our focus groups.

By holding these events Ostomy Lifestyle will be able to make sure everyone can access the services they want, whenever they need them.  They will be an opportunity to discuss our existing activities, and consult with you whilst we develop new projects.

Meetings will also highlight new products that may be useful, or problems that exist with the bags, accessories or delivery services you use.

You will get the opportunity to take part in interactive workshopswhere you can meet likeminded people keen to improve the wellbeing of people affected by stoma surgery in the UK.

If you would like to register your interest please contactregine@ostomylifestyle.org advising us of your location.

Be a model for Ostomy Lifestyle'snext fashion show in 2010: 
Are you proud of your stoma surgery? Are you an example of Positive Living?

You could be a positive influence for others and make an impact by helping us to promote images of happy, healthy people who are confident and above all aren't afraid to talk about their stomas and show off their experiences to the world.

We want your positive images to include in leaflets, information sheets and our website, as well as finding candidates for more exciting projects.

If we invite you to take part in furtherprojects you will also receive:

• Professional photo shoot
• Professional make up &hairstyling
• Professional styling advice
• Lots of other goodies!

We'relooking forward to hearing from you, send us some photos of yourself getting on with your life and state what other sorts ofmodelling you would like to be considered for(e.g. sport, fashion, medical information etc) to models@ostomylifestyle.org