{"id":813,"date":"2026-06-22T15:29:42","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T22:29:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/?page_id=813"},"modified":"2026-06-29T15:32:36","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T22:32:36","slug":"post-surgery-support-group","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/post-surgery-support-group\/","title":{"rendered":"Post-Surgery Support Group"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row full_width=&#8221;stretch_row&#8221; el_class=&#8221;block-hero&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1782180522698{background-image: url(https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/hero-support-group01.webp?id=818) !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row remove_bottom_col_margin=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10&#8243;]<h1 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Post-surgery support group<\/span><\/h1><h2 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl drk-blue\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Need help navigating life after bariatric surgery? You don\u2019t have to do it alone!<\/span><\/h2>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]Join an online support group to connect with others like you \u2014 whether it\u2019s been 1 week, 1 month, 1 year, or more than 5 years since your surgery.[\/vc_column_text]<div class=\"vcex-module vcex-divider vcex-divider-solid vcex-divider-center wpex-mx-auto wpex-block wpex-h-0 wpex-border-b wpex-border-solid wpex-border-main b-lte-blue\"><\/div>[vc_row_inner gap=&#8221;20&#8243;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;list-double-arrow&#8221;]Guided by trained professionals, each support group aims to help you:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"drk-blue-highlight\">Be part of a community<\/span> of people who understand your journey and share similar experiences.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"drk-blue-highlight\">Learn practical tips and strategies<\/span> to support your recovery and long-term success.<\/li>\n<li><span class=\"drk-blue-highlight\">Gain encouragement and motivation<\/span> in a positive, welcoming community.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;list-support-calendar&#8221;]Support groups focus on key topics. Explore your options to best match your needs and schedule!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li class=\"nutrition\"><strong class=\"drk-blue\">Nutrition<\/strong><br \/>\nFocuses on nutrition after surgery<\/li>\n<li class=\"mental-wellness\"><strong class=\"drk-blue\">Mental wellness<\/strong><br \/>\nCenters on mindset and emotional and behavioral wellness<\/li>\n<li class=\"physical-activity\"><strong class=\"drk-blue\">Physical activity<\/strong><br \/>\nOffers a live workout and fitness Q&amp;A<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css_animation=&#8221;fadeIn&#8221; wpex_padding_top=&#8221;sm&#8221; wpex_padding_bottom=&#8221;sm&#8221; equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221; remove_bottom_col_margin=&#8221;true&#8221; el_class=&#8221;calendar&#8221;][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-md-1\/5&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl drk-blue\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Monday<\/span><\/h3><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a72842649b2e .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264967d\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a72842649b2e\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-mental-health.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Mental Wellness icon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Mental Wellness<\/strong><b> &#8211; <\/b>noon[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a7284264ae84 .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264aadc\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a7284264ae84\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-physical-activity.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Physical Activity icon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Physical Activity<\/strong><b> &#8211; <\/b>5 p.m.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a7284264b523 .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264b2b0\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a7284264b523\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-nutrition.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Nutrition icon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Nutrition <\/strong><b>&#8211; <\/b>6 p.m.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-md-1\/5&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl drk-blue\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Tuesday<\/span><\/h3><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a7284264c0ba .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264bc0c\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a7284264c0ba\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-nutrition.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Nutrition icon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Nutrition<\/strong><b> &#8211; <\/b>6 p.m.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div>[\/vc_column][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-md-1\/5&#8243;]<h3 class=\"vcex-heading vcex-heading-plain vcex-module wpex-heading wpex-text-2xl drk-blue\"><span class=\"vcex-heading-inner wpex-inline-block\">Wednesday<\/span><\/h3><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a7284264c980 .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264c734\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a7284264c980\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-physical-activity.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Physical Activity icon\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" \/><\/div><\/figure>[vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<strong>Physical Activity <\/strong><b>&#8211; <\/b>8 a.m.[\/vc_column_text]<\/div><style>.vcex-image.vcex_6a7284264cf2b .vcex-image-inner{max-width:55px;}<\/style><div class=\"vcex-flex-container vcex-module wpex-flex wpex-gap-20 wpex-flex-col vcex-flex-container_6a7284264cce5\"><figure class=\"vcex-image vcex-module vcex_6a7284264cf2b\"><div class=\"vcex-image-inner wpex-relative wpex-inline-block\"><img width=\"55\" height=\"100\" src=\"https:\/\/centerforhealthyliving-southern-california.kaiserpermanente.org\/options\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2026\/06\/i-mental-health.svg\" class=\"vcex-image-img wpex-align-middle\" alt=\"Mental Wellness icon\" 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our locations to register in person.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]\n<table>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Antelope Valley<\/td>\n<td>661-726-2200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Baldwin Park<\/td>\n<td>626-851-5820<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Downey<\/td>\n<td>562-622-4150<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Kern County<\/td>\n<td>661-664-3712<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Los Angeles<\/td>\n<td>323-783-4472<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Orange County<\/td>\n<td>714-748-2714<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Panorama City<\/td>\n<td>818-375-3018<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Riverside County<\/td>\n<td>1-866-883-0119<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>San Bernardino County<\/td>\n<td>909-609-3000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>San Diego<\/td>\n<td>858-616-5600<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>South Bay<\/td>\n<td>310-816-5464<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>West Los Angeles<\/td>\n<td>323-421-2710<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Woodland 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