Support Group Finder
We have 275+ affiliated ostomy support groups throughout the United States, providing the opportunity for local support.
People who have or will have surgery, caregivers, family, friends and medical professionals are invited to attend and benefit from lifelong learning and emotional support. Use the search form below to find a UOAA Affiliated Support Group (ASG) in your area; then, contact the group leader for exact meeting locations/time, information on becoming a member of the group and more. Note: this form displays the four support groups closest to the location you specify. (You may need to scroll vertically within the form results to see all 4 of them.)
In addition to searching for local groups, you can view a list of ASGs that have Websites and a list of Virtual (Non-local) ASGs.
United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) in a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is grateful for the support of its national sponsors in recognition of its mission to promote quality of life for people with ostomies and continent diversions through information, support, advocacy and collaboration.