YODAA Group PhotoJoin YODAA

Be a part of a wonderful network of young adults with ostomies and diversions from all across the country and beyond.

Why should I join YODAA?

  • - A nationwide network of young adults, offering psychosocial support, education, and advocacy
  • - An online discussion board where you can post questions, share experiences with others, or just vent your frustrations
  • - The Force, a bi-monthly newsletter, featuring member-submitted articles, announcements, and much more
  • - A telephone visitation program designed to offer one-on-one support to new patients
  • YODAA Discussion- Yearly conferences, providing the opportunity to meet other young adults with ostomies and diversions
  • - It's free!

Become a paid member

  • - Annual paid membership is 10 dollars (USD)

Why should I become a paid member?

  • - Support YODAA financially
  • - Have your voice heard - paid members vote in annual UOAA and YODAA elections
  • - Be eligible for special discounts on YODAA conferences and special offers only available to paid members
  • - Access to all of YODAA's benefits

Where does my 10 dollars go?

  • - YODAA Development
  • - Paper publications (for those without internet access)
  • - Website development and maitenance
  • - YODAA Scholarship and Special Programs
  • - UOAA ASG Membership
  • - Conference Development

How do I join?

Join YODAAThe easiest way to join is to fill out our online membership form via the button to the right. It will provide us with your information, as well as sign you up for our listserv.


Another way to join is to get in touch with Cheryl, the YODAA Chair, and you will be given more details for both paid and non-paid memberships.


By joining the listserv, you will receive the newsletter, "The Force," and other important announcements. To join the listserv directly, send an email to the YODAA Listserv with the subject "SUBSCRIBE".


Look for more ways to join soon!

Where do I send my check?

Y.O.D.A.A.
311 Poquonnock Rd
Groton, CT 06340