Posts categorised under Chronic Illness

Rachael is an ostomate, funeral care worker, mum of 1, and the recent winner of Miss Divine Buckinghamshire 2018. She also enjoys a bit of origami. In her first blog with SecuriCare, Rachael discusses what led to her diagnosis.

Rakhee has been through a substantial life changing experience due to her Crohn’s disease and ileostomy. She’s taken some inspiration from Lord of the Rings and placed a few of her thoughts regarding those changes into a poem for National Poetry Day.

Jen is about to start her seventh year in higher education and has taken the opportunity to provide readers with some guidance and a few tips about getting the most from your studies when living with a chronic health condition or illness.

Billie has been through a lot over the last 2 years. Here she shares some of what she’s learnt from her journey so far.

Applying for benefits to help support you whilst living with a chronic illness can be really stressful. Here, Michelle tells us a little bit about her experience with Personal Independence Payment.

A positive body image can be difficult to attain and hold on to, especially when you’re dealing with Crohn’s disease, medications and anxiety. Here, Jen tells us how she coped and why she now loves her body for its strength and determination.