So I moved to Montana...

[LoseItKacy 347]

So I'm 10 months post op and I recently moved halfway across the country to Montana (from Minnesota) and I was wondering if anyone knows of any support groups out here!

Weight loss surgery is not a big thing here so I'm really hoping to meet some people who can meet up to talk. It's really strange to me not being surrounded by people who have had the surgery.

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[AvaFern 3,516]

I know nothing about Montana, but it looks beautiful there, so good for you moving out there!

[LoseItKacy 347]

It's absolutely beautiful here! I love working out outside here! There is so much to do. The hiking is amazing!

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[James Marusek 5,244]

Might try an internet search. Here is one that is held monthly but there is probably more. http://montana.providence.org/hospitals/st-patrick/for-patients-and-visitors/support-group/

It describes a Weight Loss Surgery Support Group at the end.

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,443]

@@LoseItKacy, try calling hospitals in your vicinity. Those that do WLS may also have support groups. It would be unusual if people who'd had surgery elsewhere were not welcomed.

The title you chose for the topic reminds me of the old joke and all its variations: A priest and a rabbi walked into a bar...

[LoseItKacy 347]

Hahaha! It does doesn't it!

Sooo the hospital that I live near doesn't do wls and there are only 2 cities in the state that have like one or two surgeons who do the surgery. I went into the ER a few weeks after I move here and they were like "do you have a way of getting ahold of your team in Minnesota cuz we have no idea what's wrong with you".... So it's going to be an interesting experience living here as a post op. I know there might be a group in billings which is like 3 hours away from where I live but it's honestly worth it to me to drive that every once in awhile. I love support groups

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[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,443]

. I love support groups

Sounds cute the way you say it. In that case, what would probably be a once-a-month trip to Billings would be a good thing.

[KCNielsen 7]

What about networking with others who live in places far away from a support group and those who travel regularly and set up a regular Google hangout as a means for a support group? ... It's just a thought

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

You might also want to see if there are any OA groups in your area. They aren't exactly going to meet your WLS needs, but you are likely to find folks who are dealing with similar issues. The website, OA.org, has meeting lists and other resources.

[LoseItKacy 347]

You might also want to see if there are any OA groups in your area. They aren't exactly going to meet your WLS needs, but you are likely to find folks who are dealing with similar issues. The website, OA.org, has meeting lists and other resources.

That's a great idea!

And sorry if this sounds crazy!

But OMG omg omg!

It's so good to see a familiar name on here!

You helped me through so much as a pre op and was/are a super huge role model to me.

I remember joining bariatric pal and feeling so apprehensive about everything and you always have great advice!

I just want to say thank you for all of your amazing support, it's people like you who motivated me to be where I am today and I hope I can inspire people half as much as you have me.

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[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

You might also want to see if there are any OA groups in your area. They aren't exactly going to meet your WLS needs, but you are likely to find folks who are dealing with similar issues. The website, OA.org, has meeting lists and other resources.

That's a great idea!

And sorry if this sounds crazy!

But OMG omg omg!

It's so good to see a familiar name on here!

You helped me through so much as a pre op and was/are a super huge role model to me.

I remember joining bariatric pal and feeling so apprehensive about everything and you always have great advice!

I just want to say thank you for all of your amazing support, it's people like you who motivated me to be where I am today and I hope I can inspire people half as much as you have me.

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You are so very welcome. I just read your other post with pictures and it sounds like you are doing so great! It sounds like you are living life to the fullest. You go girl!

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,443]

And sorry if this sounds crazy!

But OMG omg omg!

It's so good to see a familiar name on here!

You helped me through so much as a pre op and was/are a super huge role model to me.

I remember joining bariatric pal and feeling so apprehensive about everything and you always have great advice!

I just want to say thank you for all of your amazing support, it's people like you who motivated me to be where I am today and I hope I can inspire people half as much as you have me.

Your note is anything but crazy. You know a good'un when you see her.

[Inner Surfer Girl 12,015]

Aww shucks.

[WLSResources/ClothingExch 3,443]

@@Inner Surfer Girl, blushing becomes you.