SUPPPORT GROUPS IN UPPER MICHIGAN

anyone have any luck with a support group in the U.P. ?? we have a nice grup here in Escanaba, but lately there have been only 3 or 4 people showing up. Im trying any ways I think up to get better attendance. I think too many our there feel they dont NEED supporters.. not true.. if any of you have a great idea on how to spark some interest around here, Id really appreciate the advice.

Hi Cathy, I'm from the Iron Mountain area & they have a support group that meets 2nd Tues of the month from 6:30-8pm at Our Saviour Lutheran Church. The phone # is 906/779-4685. I went to one of their meetings last summer but haven't gone back since. I am planning on attending again starting next Tues. I know its a little drive for you but might be worth the trip if you can get satisfaction from it. Hope to see you there! Kathy

Kathy, Have you checked out the suport group thru MGHWLS Group? I beleive it is on the 3rd Tues of the month..... don't quote me for sure but I thought that is what Dr. Jones told me, but I would have to double check. I hear you on the support group comment living way up north here in Chassell I haven't found one yet. That's why I asked, I'm trying to prepare myself as much as I can. You can call MGH @1-800-562-9753 and ask for Dr. English office, he's the surgeon. I'm sure his office can point you in the right direction. Good Luck! B

Kathy... I am a patient of dr. Jones also. he comes here on wednesdays. I had a long talk with him last ednesday aobut the support groups and why people stop going or dont come back. we DO have a group here, but Im getting stuck on how to get more attending. I know there are plenty of bariatric people out there. maybe some time this summer my friends & I will travel up to Mqt.