Hi, My name is Jan and I am from NH - I have been fighting my weight for years- at 280 I have had it - but...I'm 65 years old, basically in good health except for all the weight related problems - does anyone else around my age have any thoughts on the procedure? I am in a relationship with a wonderful skinny gentleman and we are considering moving to North Carolina to escape our winters when I retire in October 2009. I would like to move with my weight under control. I want to be able to enjoy retirement and my man - Thanks for any input you may have.

I say go for it. It's never to late to get in shape. There is an over 60 group on here. Check them out. I'm sure they will be more than willing to tell you about their experiences with the band. Good Luck, Maggies:shades_smile:

I am 63 and had the band on July 1st 08. I would do it again in a heartbeat. I have lost 42 lbs and I am happy about it. Had to have cataract surgery so my exercise was on hold for a while, but I am back at it. I am walking now. I lose a lot better if I exercise.

Don't look back, you will feel so much better.

jazie

Hi Jan, I am 67 and I am going for it. I have a lot of health issues like diabetes and arthritis which I am sure will be much improved with the weight off. I have to do a 6 mo. supervised diet and have one month down. I married for the second time 3 yrs ago after my first husband passed away and Like you I want to enjoy life, be healthy and happy, so I would tell you to go for it and good luck.....Young At Heart

Go for it...it is not dangerous if you are in good health.

I was 48 when I had mine done. Enjoy life!!!