Films for young people
How to tell friends
Crohn's & Colitis UK funded researchers worked with young people to make this video, giving you tips on how to tell your friends about having Crohn's or Colitis.
Schooling
Scarlett shares her experience of managing her schoolwork while living with Ulcerative Colitis. This project received funding from the People’s Postcode Trust.
Transition into adult care
Cory, Scarlett and Ella share their experience of moving from pediatric to adult care. This project received funding from the People’s Postcode Trust.
Read our information sheet on transition to adult care.
Leaving home and going to university
Rhiannon shares her experience of leaving home and starting university while living with Ulcerative Colitis. This project received funding from the People’s Postcode Trust.
Relationships
Ella shares her experience of having a relationship while living with Crohn's Disease. This project received funding from the People’s Postcode Trust.
Talking to your employer
CJ shares his experience of telling his employer about his Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD). This project received funding from the People’s Postcode Trust.
Read our guide for employees.
People’s Postcode Trust is a grant-giving charity funded entirely by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. We received £17,000 from the Trust to create films documenting the experience of young people living with Crohn's and Colitis. 
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Helpline Service
Last updated: 22/07/2026
Our Helpline team can't take calls, chats or ring you back for the rest of the summer. But you can still reach us by email.
If you need to contact the team, please email helpline@crohnsandcolitis.org.uk and we'll answer you as soon as possible.
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- We can help you understand Crohn’s and Colitis
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