Oregon Support Groups

Greetings All, Does anyone know of support groups in the Salem Area. I know that they have them at OHSU and Good Sam in PDX, but was wondering if there were any others that you were aware of. Thanks Kristie

Hi kristie congradulations on your surgery,It sounds like you have taken to it well.Loved your profile and will keep in mind the water thing.I go see the surgeon on the 26th and am scheduled for the 1st for surgery.I know what you mean by being a bit scared,((mooment of truth))hehe.Yes there is a support group here in salem it is behind the kiezer perm,building on skyline.there is a post back a bit where i asked if it was just for keizer patients but I guess its for everyone.I talked and talked to salem hospital a couple weeks ago and they are starting a new one this next month.I will keep tabs and soon as I can I will provide info. once again Im glad everything is going good and your in good health. Talk soon. michael

DUH sorry that group is on every 3rd thursday of the month and I beleive it starts at 6:30pm.lol im thinking surgery. michael

Hi Kristie! I'm so glad to hear you're doing well! I read your profile and giggled a bit about your knee pain. Who would have known about favoritism?! Hope that knee is feeling better! You know why you're craving salt, right? It's because you're drinking so much water. Remember, water and sodium go hand-in-hand--can't have one without the other. Since you're drinking so much, your water is saying, "Hey, I need more sodium in here!" Keep up the fantastic work! Charity

Hi Kristie, I am a newby to this surgery, and I have been working with Lori, the bariatric coordinator within Salem Hospital. They have a team of Doctor's, nurses, dieticians, and medical staff who have been very encouraging and are working on getting a support group started in the Salem area. She is a true angel. You might try and contact her, she is very willing and excited about getting this program started and is a great resource in the community. She can be reached at 503-561-5286. Good luck in your journey, Renee