Question:
Anyone know of a good support group in Chicago?

I'm still looking for a support group in Chicago. I'd prefer the city or north suburbs, but being that my date is approaching, I'm getting less picky about location. I just want a group that is open to all (i.e., not just those who had surgery through a particular hospital). Thanks.    — Tamara K. (posted on October 10, 2002)

October 10, 2002
I don't know how far you want to go but the one i go to is in Evanston at St Francis Hospital the last Thursday of every month from 7-9pm. I know the wish center in Downers Grove has one but i don't remember what day or time. There is also one in elk grove but i don't know the details on that one just heard about it from someone that switched to our group at St Francis. Any questions feel free to e-mail [email protected]
   — Tammy N.

October 10, 2002
Tamara, I haven't been to a support group in person yet, but I did start a yahoogroup support group for Chicagoland WLS'ers. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ChicagoWLS/ good luck! Kristy open RNY scheduled 12/4
   — Kristy L.

October 10, 2002
Tamara - there is a support group at Loyola University Medical Center on the first Wednesday evening of each month. Many of the participants are patients of the WLS program at Loyola , but several are not. Some are pre-op, some post, and some come just to support loved-ones. The sessions are hosted by the program's nutritionists. Our topics range from pre-op preparations, to pos-op food choices, to plastic surgery options. Please consider joining us - we are a fun group.
   — [Deactivated Member]

October 13, 2002
Tamara, There is a support group at Alexian Bros. Hospital in Elk Grove Village. I believe they meet every other Sat from 9am-10:30a. I do not have the phone # handy, but you can either call info or email me and I will get it for you. Stephanie Teal [email protected]
   — Stephanie T.