A man and woman stand in front of a beige door holding bright pink informational leaflets about stoma awareness. The man, dressed formally in a suit, tie, and ceremonial chain of office, gestures toward the door while holding the leaflet titled “What is a stoma?”. The woman, casually dressed in a light top, smiles while holding a matching leaflet titled “Be #StomaAware.” The door features two circular stickers: one indicating a baby nappy changing unit and the other stating “Not all disabilities are visible.” Behind them is a bulletin board with community posters, suggesting the event is taking place in a public or council building.

Creating Stoma-Friendly Accessible Facilities at Abergavenny Town Hall

The ANI Group are proud to have supported Abergavenny Town Council in creating two stoma-friendly accessible bathrooms within the newly refurbished Abergavenny Town Hall — a significant step towards making the town more inclusive and accessible for all visitors.

Both bathrooms have been officially approved by Colostomy UK, recognising their thoughtful design and suitability for people living with a stoma. These facilities provide privacy, dignity, and comfort, with layouts and features that prioritise accessibility, hygiene, and user confidence.

In addition, Abergavenny Town Hall is now home to the UK’s very first Emergency Stoma Point — a pioneering initiative that holds deep personal meaning for Leighton Morris, founder of ANI. Having experienced first-hand the challenges of being caught short of essential supplies while away from home, Leighton has long envisioned a network of safe, discreet emergency points to offer reassurance to ostomates when they need it most.

The emergency stoma supplies have been created with the generous support of Hollister Incorporated, a global leader in ostomy care. Together, this partnership ensures that anyone visiting Abergavenny can have peace of mind knowing that support is available.

This initiative not only reflects the town’s ongoing commitment to accessibility and inclusion, but also sets an inspiring example for others to follow. It demonstrates how lived experience, collaboration, and innovation can come together to make a meaningful difference in people’s everyday lives.

A medical product sample kit is displayed on a white table, featuring ostomy care supplies from the CeraPlus range by Hollister. The open white packaging reveals a stoma pouch with accompanying instructions and support materials. Prominent labels include “URGENT” and information about product benefits, such as the inclusion of ceramide for skin protection. Next to the open kit is an upright product box showing a smiling man in a red jacket outdoors, with a visible stoma bag worn discreetly. An orange Dansac-branded envelope and printed materials related to the Secure Start support service are also included. The presentation emphasizes patient care, education, and confidence in ostomy management.

Interior of an accessible public restroom designed for wheelchair users. The room features a white sink with exposed plumbing and two vertical grab bars on either side, mounted beneath a large mirror. A standard-height toilet with a black seat is positioned on the right side, next to a waste bin and a vertical support rail attached to the wall. The walls are a combination of white and light grey panels, with a shelf holding sanitary products such as pads and tampons. The floor has a non-slip grey finish, and the overall space is clean, modern, and compliant with accessibility standards.