Relocating to Colorado Springs

I will be relocating, with my husband, within the next couple of months. I'm 2 years out and desperately need to find a support group in the Colorado Springs area. Does anyone know of any meetings? I would be so grateful for the info. Thanks, Lynn S.

Hi Lynn. There is a support group in the area. I have been attending it so that I could get a better understanding of the whole procedure. I haven't had the surgery yet, but I know this group has been very helpful. Usually there are between 20-30 people in the meetings. Here are a couple of names and numbers for you to contact. They are always welcoming new people: Kay Jones, 719-475-1306. Steve Cohen, 719-522-1991. Welcome to Colorado!

Hi Anna, Thanks for the info. I really appreciate your quick response. Now, I don't have to be so anxious about finding the support that I need. When are you going to have the surgery? Lynn

Hi Lynn. I don't know yet when I will have the surgery. I am going to my first consult with the surgeon on the 26th of this month. And you know with insurance, the process could be lengthy. So, I am keeping hope that all will go smoothly. Anna

Hi Anna. Hang in there. Things can go faster than you'd expect. The 26th will be here before you know it and the rest just take one day at a time. I'm looking forward to going to the meetings and meeting you. Lynn

Is this the one at Penrose Hospital? I went about 3 years ago, but decided it just wasn't the right time for me. Well it is now, and I'm going for the Lap-Band. Thanks!

Hi Tiffany. This is the group from Penrose Hospital. Do you go to the meetings now? When is your surgery? Anna

I haven't been in a LONG time, maybe 3 years? How many people in that group have the Lap-Band? I'd love to start attending. Do I need to call one of the people you listed above to get the meeting info? I don't have a date yet, but am hoping it will no later than October. My surgeon said they usually can do surgery with-in two months of insurance approval. The only thing I'm worried about is the 6 months supervised weight loss. (required by Aetna)