LOOKING FOR SUPPORT GROUP IN SAN FERNANDO VALLEY

Hi Everyone,

I had RNY surgery back in 2001, and didn't continue the support group meetings.  I have gained most of my weight back, and am in the process of hopefully going through with a revision surgery soon.  I would love to start attending support group meetings to aid in my road to recovery.  Let me know if there is a support group meeting in the San Fernando Valley area.  If not, maybe some people would like to start one. 

 

I attend one at West Hills hospital.  It is in the cafateria on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 6:30.
Lola

Lola,
Thanks for the info.  Is the support group in West HIlls you go to open to everyone, or just patients of that specific bariatric program? 

I am not really sure, but you can come as my guest if you would like.
Lola

Thank you!!!  I'll call you when I know exactly when I'll be there..... if it works that will be nice---It was really nice to meet you and visit-----hope your cold is better----along with your legs from all that stair-stepping!! Happy running------ you inspired me to walk further and faster yesterday--and again today when I get off work!! Thank you for that as well!--Take care...and see you next time!
~~~Lori

Hi Lola---- It was really nice to get to meet you this week!  AND your adorable guy too..... I saw this post from you---I wonder if I am in West Hills at that time---if I can go to that support group???   It would be nice to hear another view..... I think I may be down at the end of the month--- or the beginning of Feb.
Hope to see you again---- take care,
Lori

Lori,
It was delightful to meet you and I look forward to doing it again.  When you are in town you better let me know.  We can meet for coffee or something. And if it is a support group meeing night you can definitely join me. 
Lola

Have you gone back to basics of your surgery to see if you could lose the extra before you go to all the expense and possible complications of a revision?  If your mechanics are still workable then you can lose it.

Just a thought.

Darlene

Yes, I have tried the back to basics thing for two years.  Mechanically since my stoma and pouch are enlarged, I am not easily satiated.  Trust me, I have tried everything I can think of as I am not thrilled about having to undergo another operation.