Even though ObesityHelp members are around the world, at times like these with Superstorm Sandy, we are united and here for each other.

For our ObesityHelp members, families and friends that are in the disaster areas, our thoughts are with you.  We’ve listed some helpful links below to provide information so we can support you. 

If you live in an area not impacted by Sandy but still want to help, there’s information for you too.  Make sure you are prepared for a natural disaster by checking out the information in the links below. 

If you’d like the latest info from the Federal Emergency Management Association on Superstorm Sandy, clickHERE.

FOR DISASTER ASSISTANCE: 

If you need to find an emergency shelter near you, text:
SHELTER and YOUR ZIP CODE  to 43362

If you want to apply for assistance from your computer, click HERE.

If you want to apply for assistance from your mobile device, click HERE.

If you want to apply for assistance, call (800) 621-3362


DISASTER SURVIVOR RESOURCES:

General information from FEMA, click HERE.

Here’s how you and your loved ones can prepare for natural disasters, click HERE.

During times of disasters, the American Red Cross is always among the first at the scene.  The American Red Cross exists to provide compassionate care to those in need.

TO HELP THE AMERICAN RED CROSS:

Click HERE to donate funds for survivors of Superstorm Sandy.

Donations help the Red Cross provide shelter, food, emotional support and other assistance to those affected by disasters throughout the country including Superstorm Sandy. To donate, people can visit www.redcross.org, call 1-800-RED-CROSS, or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

You can contact the “Join The Movement” of the American Red Cross to donate funds, donate blood, and read about other ways to help by clicking HERE.

With our support,
ObesityHelp Management and Staff

I am so sorry for the horror that has happened in your beautiful state this morning. My thoughts are with you.

Lisa

I am new here.  I am 32,  350 lbs and very uncomfortable.  I have constant of knee pain and recently got stress fractures from the weight in my right foot.  My wake up was when my 9 year old started having nightmares about me dying.  Apparently the kids on the bus told him I was so fat I would die soon.  He was devastated and didn't tell me for some time.  He is still constantly worried and even canceled a trip to stay with my sister a week.  I have been overweight since 1st grade.

I love my PCP he is great except when it comes to weight issues.  He has given me food pyramids and no other support or advice.  I have Husky A as my insurance so my options are very limited.  I need a PCP that will guide me through this and address my weight as serious of a condition as it is.  I live in the Bridgeport area and soon will be moving somewhere in CT within 30 min.