Hi everyone. I'm new here as I just discovered this website.
I'm 26, male, and from the UK. I've had a colostomy since I was 5 (as well as other issues) and am looking for people similar to my age range to talk to. I don't have many friends and my social life is pretty non-existent. So I'm looking for anyone who wants to chat!
Hi Jonny,
You've come to the right place! This community is full of supportive people who understand what you're going through and are always ready to lend an ear.
Being in a similar age group, I totally get how important it is to connect with others who have shared experiences. It can be tough to find people who truly understand, but here, you'll find many who do. Feel free to share more about your journey or ask any questions you might have. We're all here to help each other out.
With thousands of members on this site, you can use the search feature to find others in the UK or around your age. It might be comforting to chat with someone nearby or who shares similar experiences. Don't hesitate to reach out and make those connections!
Welcome to the site! I'm the same age but have only had my ileostomy 5 years. But still, know somewhat what you're going through. Pop-in the chat room sometime. People are very friendly and we all love making new friends!
MeetAnOstoMate.org is the only place where people truly understand you. It's because everyone here has an ostomy.
Many come here for advice or to give advice, others have found good friends, and some have even built long-lasting relationships.
Privacy is very important - there are many features only visible to members.
Join our website with 39,505 members. You won't regret it.
Welcome to the site Jonny! Age is just a number in here as you will soon find out. Do as IHC says and join the chat room next time you log in. A lot of us love to chat but there are a lot of members who aren't even aware that they are automatically logged into the chat. So don't be discouraged if people don't immediately reply to you in general chat.
If you are on a PC, the general chat function is in the lower right corner of your screen. Just click on general chat.
If you are on a mobile device, the chat feature is also in the lower right corner of the screen. It's a little box that you have to click and it will open a new window.
General chat and posting in forums is available to both paying and non paying members.
Private messages and emails can only be initiated by a paying member.
If you are a non paying member, you can respond to emails and private messages sent to you by a paying member.
At the end of the month, if you are one of the top 10 people that post in the forums, you will receive a full membership for the following 30 days.
Just a few things I've noticed when I became a member. Again, welcome to the site and let us know if you have any questions.
Bain
Thanks for the welcome, guys. I have to admit this website does seem very friendly and helpful.
I will definitely log into chat as soon as I can and see who is around. Looking forward to meeting some like-minded people! :)
Hello Jonny,
I am not in your age group, but I welcome you to the site just the same. I think Bain covered everything a new person needs to know to get around the site.
Take care and good luck,
Gail
