We need more support groups

I wish there were more support groups. Going once a month is really not enough for me. I feel like I need more. I get alot out of the group meeting that I go to. I just wish that there were more in a month. I had my surgery on Sept. 29, 2005 and I have lost 39 lbs. to date. I have been trying to get out and walk and I eat and drink what I am supposed to. I just feel that I need more support. I read the books and the info the doctor gave me everyday. I am hoping that maybe in Ct. or RI there might be different times for group meetings. Thank you Holly

Hi Holly, THere is a weekly meeting in Middletown CT at Middlesex Hospital for pre and post ops. It's open to all, not just Dr Aranow's patients. It's on Monday night's from 6:30 till 7:30. And once a month on Tuesday nights, there's one there just for post ops. http://www.obesityhelp.com/forums/CT/postdetail/31804.html?vc=0 Click on the above and you'll see this post that Debbie M posts weekly. If you have any questions, just email her, she knows all about them and what their topics are, who's speaking, etc. As for Westerly (where I live) the hospital used to have one, but I've not heard or read of it in about a year. I think that there may be one at RI hospital but the RI'er that have WLS don't really participate in this webboard this much. Write me anytime you wish. I had surgery in Midddletown the day before you! So, we're at the same point! And we live close by! Hang in there...I'm dealing with a lot of emotions too...maybe we can get together for a walk in Wilcox park or something and chat? Write me. paula

This is not a smart-a$$ post. I'm really serious about this. I've not been to a support group meeting, and I don't really understand them, I guess. Can you explain what it is about the support group that is important to you?