OR - Portland

[gary5862 208]

Dr. Patterson was my surgeon. She's good people.

[tonypo 0]

I'm new to this still on my 6 month diet wait period I'm struggling hard since I really don't have the support from friends and family I have looked into the support group at OHSU but since it is at 10 am kind of hard for me to attend since I work does anyone know of some different groups that have evening hours ?

Sent from my iPhone using the BariatricPal App

[mcg2074 8]

I'm from Vancouver and looking for a group to meet on the weekends, I'm still waiting for my surgery date at OHSU, haven't decided on the doctor yet either.

[lauravt 5]

Peer support group is set up and meets Quarterly. We have been meeting in libraries but OHSU has given us a semi permanent home in a building near the waterfront and the tram.

We have guest speakers, good discussions and fun!

Next meeting is SATURDAY, Jan 21. 10-noon.

Everyone is invited ... it's not an official OHSU meeting.

For more info call me: 971-322-5281

Email me at Lauraishealthy@gmail.com for more info.

Group is usually 45-60 attendees

[SandraD_PDX 78]

Hello @[mention=189272]VannaD[/mention],
I had my sleeve done a few years ago, but if you would like to chat on the phone or meet for a cup of coffee PM me or drop me a line here.
I choose the sleeve because I did not want the malabsorption issues. Almost 5 years out and no restrictions. Best decision I made.

Hi PDXman,

I just saw your earlier posts which had the decline letters from Legacy, which said an organization had to be a nonprofit 501©(3). I'm an attorney and would be happy to set one up to see if that could get us the space we need for a support group. I love your idea about cooking demonstrations and walking.

Let me know if you're interested in pursuing this.

Thanks for starting this thread!