SUPPORT GROUP NEEDED MIDDLESEX MONMOUTH COUNTYS

Hey everyone - Having a bit of a struggle lately.  3-1/2 years out and gaining after going through BL and TT - not being able to work out each time for months at a time - I think I really need to be around my people and forget trying to handle it all on my own.  I don't want to continue slipping backwards and I have a hard remembering that 25lbs is NOT 150lbs.  My mind blurs over the gain and all I see is me 3-1/2 years ago -  So - if anyone knows of a support group in Middlesex or Monmouth counties I'd be interested.  I had surgery up in Hackensack - and I don't mind driving there - but I think I need to attend a group weekly not just monthly and I can't afford therapy right now. Thanks! Susan :)

Hi Susan

You are very wise to get to a support group to get the support we all need and I hope you can make the group that I facilitate.

We usually meet the Third Thursday of the month from 6:30 – 8 PM at the Raritan Bay Medical Center Perth Amboy Division.  However, this month we are meeting tomorrow 9/13 instead of next week because I am going to be away. The group is open to the community and not affiliated to any specific surgeon and you are welcomed to join us.    If you should park in the parking deck be sure to bring in your ticket and security will validate your parking.  Hope to see you on Thursday night.

Lauretta

 

I highly recommend the Toms River/Lakewood support group.  The next meeting is in Lakewood on Monday, September 17th at Kimball Medical center off Route 9 (see posts from Nannette for exact location). Tthey also meet in Toms River which is a hike, but well worth the trip, first Friday of the month.  Hope to see you there. Michele

Susan, there is enough support for all of us in those areas. My surgeon, Dr. Jean Baptiste holds a support group for everyone the third Thursday of the month at The Bariatric Center at Mulenberg next to Mulenberg Hosp in S. Plainfield at 5:30. Also, I am part of a group that meets the first Sat of the month at 10:30 A.M. in Mulenberg Hosp in the Fitchner Room in the basement. All are welcome there as well. Good Luck! Robin