LOOKING FOR LOCAL SUPPORT GROUP IN MERIDIAN, MS

Is there anyone out there that can tell me where I might find a bariatric support group, possibly in Meridian, Ms?  I live in Butler, am planning on having the lap band procedure possibly after the first of the year, and one of the requirments is that I get involved in a support group.  Would like any suggestions...Butler is 35 miles from Meridian, do not want to travel any further than that, plus I work in Meridian, Ms.
   Thank you for any suggestions.
Farmgirl58

I live in Columbus and frequent Meridian a LOT.  If you find a support group in Meridian, let me know.  We don't have one in Columbus either and I drive 2.5 miles to Birmingham (to my own surgeon's support group).

Anita, I found out there is a bariatric support group meeting at the EMEPA building here in Meridian, but that is all I have been able so far to find out. When I get the actual day and time, will be more than willing to let you know.   Sheila

I'm looking at my post and it should have read 2.5 HOURS....duh.  Anyway, if you would let me know I would go in a heartbeat!

Anita, I called EMEPA today and talked with a Judy Nutt who participated with the support group.  She told me that they no longer meet at EMEPA, as the group is small and the auditorium is huge!  Said they are looking for a smaller place to meet and that there is a shrink who had bypass surgery done and may possibly offer his office for the support group.  Judy told me she would get back with me within the week.  If you would like to call her to let her know you are interested in a support group, she could relay the message to whom ever is involved.  Maybe the more that show an interest would prompt the doctor into having the support group at his office. 
Judy Nutt's phone number is:  601 483-7361
Will let you know when I find out more info.   Sheila