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Ms Shell
"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.) It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface
I'm Ms Shell and I had my VSG over 4 years ago with Kaiser in Harbor City. I know they have a support group that meets every other Tuesday from 630-8pm not sure of the dates for 2012 but if I get them I'll remember to let you know.
Ms Shell
"WLS is only for people who are ready to move past the "diet" mentality" ~Alison Brown
"WLS is not a Do-Over (repeat same mistakes = get a similar outcome.) It is a Do-BETTER (make lifestyle changes you can continue forever.)" ~ Michele Vicara aka Eggface
This Saturday is the first meeting for 2012 for East Bay Bariatric. This also marks the 11th year of our support group. wow... Let's meet up this Saturday to get back on track, regroup and kick off another year supporting each other.
Date: Saturday, January 21
Times: 1:15-1:45 p.m.: Pre-op and Newbie Q&A / 2-3:30: general session
Location: San Leandro Hospital's Education Center (behind the ER).
RSVP: not required, just show up.
If it's been ages since you've been to a meeting, who cares, come back, we don't keep roll! If you've regained 1 or 40 pounds or more, don't let that prevent you from walking through the door. It's a known fact, we need support groups more AFTER the weight is gone, not just during the pre-op stage, so please don't be bashful about walking into the room. We really are here for each other.
Happy New Year,
Kimberlee
www.eastbaybariatric.org, OH Group: East Bay Bariatric
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Hello!
I am excited to announce a NEW WLS Support Group forming in the Bay Area!
This group is designed to give those who have undergone bariatric surgery, or those considering it, a safe place to share their experiences, learn new information, and gain the ongoing support and friendship of others.
Groups will be held monthly (or possibly bi-monthly) in San Francisco and will be moderated by Tara Griffith, MFT. Tara is a licensed psychotherapist and wellness coach who specializes in bariatric counseling. Our first group is scheduled for Monday 1/23 at 6:30pm.
Potential discussion topics:
- WLS and Personal Relationships
- Managing Emotional Eating and “Head Hunger"
- Setting and Achieving Goals
- Body Image Issues and Learning to Love The “New You"
- Stress Management
- Measuring Success without The Scale
- Success Habits of the WLS Patient
- Handling Lapses / Getting Back on Track
Other activities may include guest speakers (dietitians, personal trainers), clothing and recipe exchanges, group outings, before/after photo scrapbooking, etc.
So whether you have already undergone surgery or are just beginning your journey, feel free to join us! Groups are FREE and are not associated with any surgeon or surgical group. All shapes, sizes, and surgery types welcome.
Please follow this link to learn more: http://www.meetup.com/SF-WLS-Group/ (or search O.H. groups for San Francisco WLS Support)
You may also contact Tara directly at [email protected]
Here's to a Happy and Healthy 2012! 
www.eastbaybariatric.org, OH Group: East Bay Bariatric
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on 1/17/12 10:30 am - Califreakinfornia , CA
on 1/17/12 3:09 am - Califreakinfornia , CA
What: Remember to register online so you can get a free T-shirt! We'll be going for a fun and easy walk. Melissa has done this before and thinks it's a great time. From the Live Well Natomas website:
LIVE WELL NATOMAS offers a blend of events to help you GET MOTIVATED and GET HEALTHY! Brisk WALK, JOG or RUN "Loop the Lake" group opportunities on Saturday mornings (Sign-in and warm ups every 15 minutes between 7:30 and 8:30 a.m.) or afternoons (start times between 12:30 and 1:30). Meet next to the dog park across from Inderkum High School. Loop the Lake Map: http://bit.ly/zrtXPF
When: Saturday, 21st, 1PM
Where: We meet at the North Natomas Regional Dog Part, 2501 New Market Drive.
RSVP HERE if you want to go with us!
Heaviest weight: 310 pounds (Male, 5'10")
I'm going to try to be there! I have a friend who was just sleeved in early Dec. and she needs some support folks (as do I, especially now that I've hit a major stall! ) so I'm going to see if she's free also.
Chatting is the BEST way to motivate each other and stay on track.
Thanks for setting this up!
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