Membership Benefits ( Blue Button)
As a member of Bladder Health UK you will receive an enormous amount of support and practical help. If you so wish, you can be put in touch with other members who are local to you, either to meet face-to-face or by telephone. Listed below are just a few of the benefits of being a member.
Exclusive Free Members’ Magazine
A topical and informative digital colour magazine is sent free to all members, bi-monthly Features include medical articles by leading urologists and other healthcare professionals, news of local meetings, members’ experiences and self-help ideas, life story media features, the latest research information, fundraising ……and much more. Members are encouraged to write to us about their own experiences and can also pose questions to our medical experts and advisors.
Membership and Can't Wait Card
All members will receive a a membership information pack and can't wait card that can be used in crowded public toilets, shops, theatres etc. This is a great reassurance to many members who suffer from urgency, as this can be overwhelming and sometimes painful.
Local Co-ordinators and Phone-Pals Network
We have a nationwide network of support groups and telephone-help to enable you to share information with other sufferers to help alleviate isolation.
Nutrition Helpline
Our specialist nutrition telephone helpline service, is an individual way of offering confidential help and support on the subjects of nutrition, diet, detection of trigger foods, plus advice on vitamin, mineral and herbal supplements.
Free Handbooks for new members
New members receive a free handbook giving practical self-help and information appertaining to their condition. The handbooks are updated regularly and are also available to existing members at a minimal cost of £2.50 per handbook.
Resources and Fact Sheets
We have a wide range of fact sheets plus a resource list which enables members to select the information needed.
Hospital Cards
These cards are available for members who are being admitted into hospital. It explains what your bladder condition is, how you may need to frequently go to the toilet and what should be done if you are confined to bed.
Can’t Wait Cards - available in foreign languages
For those travelling abroad, additional cards may be obtained in the following languages: French, German, Danish, Swedish, Japanese, Spanish, Dutch and Italian.
The Bladder Friendly Recipe Book
The Bladder Friendly Cook Book was produced by the Charity, compiled from recipes tried and tested by sufferers of bladder illness.
The Bladder Friendly Diet gives advice on which foods and supplements are best for good bladder health.
Advice Line: 0121 702 0820
"We give time to all those who need information and advice."
How To Join Us ( blue button )
Bladder Health UK is a membership organisation. To join Bladder Health UK and benefit from the expert knowledge and support from indidiuals who understand the issues surrounding bladder illness, apply on-line or or if you need to ask any questions please call our advice line: 0121 702 0820
( need this to be a button that links to the Charity Checkout Application Form)
To Apply Online.
- Click APPLY NOW button above and follow the instructions to apply directly.
- Contact us if you are not sure how to join and need help.
( needs to have a link to the pdf Application form in the Image Library)
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION FEES
New members will receive a new member pack which includes a handbook specific to your illness, a bladder-friendly recipe book, the latest copy of the our digital magazine plus details of all the resources available.
Joining Fee: £4.00 per month for adults, or parents and carers of children under 16 years of age.
MEMBERSHIP SUBSCRIPTION RENEWAL FEES
You will be contacted by the BHUK Office when your membership is due.