top of page

These resources can help you speak up for yourself and get the support you need when living with colitis. They include information on communicating with healthcare professionals, understanding medical information, discussing your needs at work or in education, and explaining your condition to family, friends, and others. You will also find resources that can help the people around you better understand colitis, so they can provide appropriate support and respond to your needs with empathy and understanding.

This CCUK guide helps you talk to healthcare professionals in appointments and offering self-advocacy advice.

This CCI resource helps you communicate clearly with healthcare professionals and take an active role in your care.

This CCUK resource explains common medical terms, helping you understand your condition, ask questions confidently, and take a more active role in your care.

This CCUK guide can help your employer understand the support you may be entitled to at work, including workplace adjustments and employment rights. 

This CCUK toolkit helps you explain how colitis affects your daily life and communicate with greater confidence.

This CCI resource can help the people around you better understand colitis and learn how to offer support in a respectful and helpful way. 

This CCUK-funded resource helps those supporting young people with colitis better understand their experiences and needs.

This CCUK resource can help the people close to you better understand what it is like to live with colitis and how they can support you. 

How can I speak up for myself when I need support?

bottom of page