The person stays in control
Support begins with permission. The person living with Crohn’s decides what is useful, what is private, and when the answer is no.
The Team Code
ASK FIRST. RESPECT THE ANSWER. DO ONE USEFUL THING.
These eight commitments govern TeamCrohns campaigns, stories, partnerships, sponsor relationships, and community participation.
No medical access required
Nobody needs a diagnosis history, medication list, symptom log, or surgery details in order to be a respectful supporter.
No diagnosing or prescribing
Team members do not interpret symptoms, rank treatments, or tell someone to start, stop, or change medical care.
No judgment
Food, medication, weight, appearance, disability, surgery, ostomies, work capacity, and canceled plans are not material for public judgment.
No miracle claims
No product, diet, mindset, supplement, routine, or individual is presented as a cure or guaranteed path.
No story exploitation
A story is not content inventory. Publication requires consent, contributor review, image rights, and a correction or withdrawal path.
Ask before posting
Photographs, health information, names, locations, and personal updates are not shared without specific permission.
No is a complete answer
Support that pressures, guilts, scores, or demands public gratitude is not support.