Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation - Southern Texas Chapter

03/01/2026

Luca, who led the chess meet up at Camp Oasis virtual camp last year and is chess fan, is launching a Chess Meet Up for the Crohn's and Colitis Community. If you like to play chess or want to learn, or just want a new fun way to connect with the IBD Community, this virtual meet up is for you!
We will meet each month on the 1st Sunday at 3:00PM - 5:00PM.
To participate, all you need to do is create a free account at https://lichess.org/team/crohns-and-colitis-foundation
Password: crohnsandcolitischess Then log on at the day and time. Join us once or come every week. All ages are welcome!

02/28/2026

The Foundation has played a role in every major breakthrough in IBD research–pioneering discoveries in genetics, the microbiome, diagnostics, and biologic therapies. From discovering the first Crohn’s disease gene to supporting wearables that track real-time IBD biomarkers, AI drug discovery, and precision medicine and therapeutic Innovation, we’re transforming how IBD is understood and treated. Check out our new research timeline, The Path to Breakthroughs, and discover how your support is fueling the future of IBD care. https://bit.ly/46mkjzL

02/28/2026

Join thousands of walkers across the country raising funds for IBD research, care, and support. Register today for a Take Steps walk near you: https://bit.ly/46Z7j3h

02/28/2026

Luca, who led the chess meet up at Camp Oasis virtual camp last year and is chess fan, is launching a Chess Meet Up for the Crohn's and Colitis Community. If you like to play chess or want to learn, or just want a new fun way to connect with the IBD Community, this virtual meet up is for you!
We will meet each month on the 1st Sunday at 3:00PM - 5:00PM.

Instructions:
First create an account on lichess.org. All accounts are free.
Go to https://lichess.org/team/crohns-and-colitis-foundation, and join the team using the password "crohnsandcolitischess" (without the quotations). At the meeting time, please go to the team page. If you have any questions, please go to lichess and send a direct message to "lucachang" - https://lichess.org/@/lucachang.

Then log on at the day and time. Join us once or come every month. All ages are welcome!

02/27/2026

Our Chief Scientific Officer, Dr. Alan Moss, shares his expert insight in a new Everyday Health article on what p**p can reveal during an ulcerative colitis flare. For people living with UC, talking about p**p isn’t awkward—it’s empowering. Read more to learn what stool changes can look like during a flare, which red flags to watch out for, and how tracking them can help you stay on top of your health. https://bit.ly/4qHryJI

02/26/2026

Come join the virtual Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Support Group for Gay & Bisexual Men!

We offer 6 Support Groups on Facebook: Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Black / African American Community Group Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Hispanic Community Group Crohn's & Colitis Foundation J-Pouch Support Group Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Support Group for Le***an & Bisexual Women Crohn's & Coli...

02/25/2026

Join us for “Navigating Difficult-to-Treat IBD: Options, Hopes, and Next Steps,” a virtual webinar created with patients in mind. If you feel like you’ve “tried everything” for your Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis and still don’t know what to do next, you’re not alone. Leading IBD experts will break down why some treatments stop working, what new options are on the horizon, and how lifestyle support and the latest research can give you new hope and a clearer path forward. Register now: https://bit.ly/4kkahoI

02/25/2026

Together, at Take Steps, we walk louder, stronger, and with hope. This is how we move further, faster — ensuring no one faces Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis alone. 💙 💚

Join us at Houston Take Steps
👟 👟 May 2 at TMC Helix Park
✅ Check In 9am, Ribbon Ceremony 10am
🔗https://takesteps.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/HoustonTS2026

02/24/2026

Looking for a fun and engaging way for your 11 to 14 year old to connect with others who understand their IBD journey? The Southeast IBD Kidz Middles support group is designed to offer support through interactive activities and supportive discussions. This group provides a positive and enjoyable environment where children with IBD can find camaraderie and empowerment. It’s a great way for kids to meet peers who share their experiences and have some fun along the way.

For more information and to receive the meeting link, please reach out to us at SEibdkidzmiddles@gmail.com

02/23/2026

Upcoming MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs

MyIBD Learning Highlighted Patient and Caregiver Education Programs
MyIBD Learning patient and caregiver education programs empower you with information, resources, and a community of support at every stage of your IBD journey. We're proud to have hosted more than 50 MyIBD Learning education programs in 2025, serving over 3,000 patients and caregivers. Keep an eye out for information about 2026 programs, coming soon! Visit the MyIBD Learning page to search for events near you: https://bit.ly/4ph3YmO

IBD Insider: Patient Updates From The Crohn’s & Colitis Congress®
Join us on Thursday, February 26, at 8 p.m. ET for a live webinar presenting key patient highlights from the 2026 Congress—the premier conference for multidisciplinary IBD professionals. Hear from leading healthcare providers and patient reporters about the latest breakthroughs in research, treatments, and clinical care that people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis need to know.
Explore the agenda and register today: https://bit.ly/49XkJic

Navigating Difficult-to-Treat IBD: Options, Hopes, and Next Steps
Tuesday, March 10 – 8 p.m.-9 p.m. ET
Are you an IBD patient who feels like you’ve “tried everything” and are unsure what comes next? Join leading IBD experts for a discussion on why some treatments stop working, emerging therapies, lifestyle support, and the latest research offering new hope for your challenging case of Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.
Click here to register: https://bit.ly/4kkahoI

Telehealth IBD Psychotherapy Groups
Are you living with IBD and want to learn coping skills from a gut-brain mental health professional? Telehealth IBD psychotherapy groups may be right for you. This eight-week online group therapy program is open to adults aged 18+ to learn proven strategies for relieving stress, managing flares, and supporting your emotional well-being. For more information about group style, fees, schedules, and to apply, visit https://bit.ly/4oZr8it.

Championing Inclusive Care for LGBTQIA+ Patients
We want to hear from people living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis who identify within the le***an, gay, bisexual, transgender, q***r, intersex, asexual, and more community! Please take the Survey to Assess the IBD Needs Within the LGBTQIA+ Community: https://bit.ly/473ojEK . Your insights will help inform educational programs dedicated to offering more inclusive care.

02/22/2026

Luca, who led the chess meet up at Camp Oasis virtual camp last year and is chess fan, is launching a Chess Meet Up for the Crohn's and Colitis Community. If you like to play chess or want to learn, or just want a new fun way to connect with the IBD Community, this virtual meet up is for you!
All meetings will meet each month on the 1st Sunday at 3-5PM CST.
To participate, all you need to do is create a free account at https://lichess.org/team/crohns-and-colitis-foundation
Password: crohnsandcolitischess Then log on at the day and time. Join us once or come every week. All ages are welcome!

02/21/2026

At the Foundation’s overnight summer camp, Camp Oasis, campers are 48% less likely to feel embarrassed about having IBD, and 98% say it’s a place where they feel supported and like they belong. Camp Oasis gives kids and teens living with IBD a community where they can truly be themselves among peers who “get it.” Read our new blog to learn more about how Camp Oasis is transforming summers—and lives—for youth with IBD. https://bit.ly/4qMEuy0