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Be it organising a well attended event, raising vital funds or simply seeing the positive impact you're having on the wider Crohn's and Colitis community, your volunteering can leave you with a great sense of achievement.
Sense of achievement
What our volunteers are saying
Responses to our 2023 Volunteer Survey highlighting the area of 'Sense of achievement'
85% said volunteering gives them a feeling of personal achievement
85% say "I enjoy my volunteer role"
79% feel that they make an impact through the volunteering that they do.
68% said they have gained from their volunteering a "satisfaction from making a difference"
Want to volunteer with us?
Volunteering is a great way to meet new people, develop new skills and make a difference to everyone affected by Crohn's and Colitis.
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Helpline Service
Temporary closure - 10/06/2026
Our Helpline will be closed from Wednesday 10 June and will reopen at 10am on Monday 15 June.
We may be closed but we have lots of information here on our website.
If you need urgent medical advice you can call NHS 111 or in Northern Ireland phone your local Phone First. In an emergency call 999 or go to your nearest A&E.
If you need emotional support the Samaritans are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 116 123.
We know it can be difficult to live with, or support someone living with Crohn’s or Colitis. But we’re with you. We can give you the right information and support at the right time.
We’re here for everyone.
How Can We Help?
- We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
- Listen and talk about living with IBD
- Help you connect with others in the Crohn’s and Colitis community
- Give you contact details of specialist organisations
- We can support you to live well with Crohn’s or Colitis and provide up-to-date, evidence-based information
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Please contact us via telephone, email or LiveChat - 10am to 3pm, Monday to Friday (except English bank holidays).
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