Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation - Southern Texas Chapter

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

02/20/2026

Join us for a live, patient-centered symposium bringing you key highlights from the 2026 Crohn’s & Colitis Congress®—the premier annual conference for IBD professionals. Hear directly from Congress patient reporters and Foundation social media ambassadors Ian Goldstein and Victoria Tyler, alongside IBD experts Noa Krugliak Cleveland, MD, Assistant Professor of Medicine, University of Chicago, and Adam Faye, MD, MS, Assistant Professor of Medicine & Population Health, NYU School of Medicine. View the agenda and register here: https://bit.ly/49XkJic

📅 Thursday, February 26, 2026
⏰ 8–9 p.m. ET

This program is presented in partnership with the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA), patients, and leaders in IBD care.

02/20/2026

LAST CALL for the Let it Flow Pickleball Tournament & Take Steps Kick Off sponsored by Flow-Zone !

As a proud sponsor of Take Steps and a regular Take Steps Team, Flow-Zone is proud to kick off the Take Steps season with this tournament and kick off party! If you are a Pickleball Player or just want to give it a try, sign up to play. All proceeds benefit Houston Take Steps. 🥳 🎉 🎈

Feb 21 at 10:00 AM, all past and future Houston Take Steps walkers are invited to join us at Elite Pickleball Club for our Kick Off Party!
🆓 Kick Off Party FREE for all to attend!
We will celebrate last year's successes, recognize top teams, and chart a course for an amazing 2026 event. Register to walk and raise your first $25, you'll take home a pair of awesome Take Steps Socks!🧦 Raise or donate $50 and receive a Take Steps Tote bag!

Anyone can play in the Pickleball tournament - no real Pickleball experience needed! Or just come and hang out and cheer on our players. Either way, you'll be glad you came! All Registered Pickleball players get socks!
🎾 Play Pickleball for just $20!

Register for Pickleball and/or the Take Steps Kick Off:
https://onecau.se/let-it-flowpickleball2026

Register to walk with us on May 2 at TMC Helix Park:
https://takesteps.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/HoustonTS2026

02/19/2026

Come join the virtual Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Support Group for Le***an & Bisexual Women!

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...

02/17/2026

Ramadan Mubarak to everyone who observes. 🌙

Fasting while living with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis can bring unique questions and challenges, and your health always comes first. If you’re considering fasting, we encourage you to talk with your healthcare provider about what is safest for you and to check out our resource here: https://bit.ly/3OWAOcV

02/17/2026

Are you 10 years old or younger and facing the challenges of IBD? Welcome to Southeast IBD Kidz Littles—a super fun support group just for you!

At Southeast IBD Kidz Littles, we understand that living with IBD can be tough, but you’re not alone! We’re a caring community where you can share your experiences, make new friends, and learn how to navigate life with IBD. For more information and the meeting link, please contact SEIBDLittles@gmail.com

02/17/2026

"As a Black Christian woman with IBD, I believe it’s important for all communities to see their experiences reflected and their voices valued. My journey is proof that while IBD is challenging, hope and courage remain possible."

Meet Kanyinsola, diagnosed with Crohn’s disease at age 11, who has faced painful flare-ups, hospitalizations, surgeries, and the emotional toll of an invisible illness. The Foundation’s Let’s Go There campaign shines a light on real stories of resilience and strength. Share your story: https://bit.ly/4i1fv6M

02/16/2026

Join Us on Saturday, Feb 21, for the 2nd annual Let it Flow Pickleball Tournament & Take Steps Kick Off sponsored by Flow-Zone !

As a proud sponsor of Take Steps and a regular Take Steps Team, Flow-Zone is proud to kick off the Take Steps season with this tournament and kick off party! If you are a Pickleball Player or just want to give it a try, sign up to play. All proceeds benefit Houston Take Steps. 🥳 🎉 🎈

Feb 21 at 10:00 AM, all past and future Houston Take Steps walkers are invited to join us at Elite Pickleball Club for our Kick Off Party!
🆓 Kick Off Party FREE for all to attend!
We will celebrate last year's successes, recognize top teams, and chart a course for an amazing 2026 event. Register to walk and raise your first $25, you'll take home a pair of awesome Take Steps Socks!🧦 Raise or donate $50 and receive a Take Steps Tote bag!

Anyone can play in the Pickleball tournament and our IBD Community is invited to hang out and cheer on our players. Either way, you'll be glad you came! All Registered Pickleball players get socks!
🎾 Play Pickleball for just $20!

Register for Pickleball and/or the Take Steps Kick Off:
https://onecau.se/let-it-flowpickleball2026

Register to walk with us on May 2 at TMC Helix Park:
https://takesteps.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/HoustonTS2026

02/16/2026

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.

02/14/2026

We 💙 our Take Steps participants, and we’d love for you to be part of our community this year. Grab someone you care about and join us for a Take Steps walk near you—every step shows support for people living with IBD. For more information, click the link: https://bit.ly/4ai2QuO

02/14/2026

Older adults (ages 60+) are the fastest-growing group of people living with IBD. From managing other health conditions to adjusting medications and routines, our new resource page offers tips and tools to help you feel confident, supported, and equipped to live well every day. Explore it here: https://bit.ly/4bMLBCW