Crohn's and Colitis Support Groups in Atlanta, Georgia

If you are diagnosed with Crohn's or Colitis it can be an overwhelming experience. Until recently, no one talked about the two diseases. They were embarrassed, and there wasn't a lot known about Crohn's and Colitis. However, as treatment options increase, and more people learn to understand what Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis is, they begin to see that it can be a debilitating disease.

Many people are not even aware that Crohn's and Ulcerative Colitis are considered disabilities under the American's with disabilities act. Also, Crohn's and Colitis qualify you for a handicapped tag or sticker. People may honk and sneer when you get out of the car on two good legs, but don't worry about it, they don't know or understand the nature of your disability. You may be on a mad dash to the restroom.

The first place to look for support is the Crohn's and Colitis foundation. Membership fees are modest and go toward support of Crohn's and Colitis research. The Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America (CCFA) will also send you updates on research, legislation, and medical breakthroughs regardless of your ability to become a member.

CCFA's number one goal is to raise money and awareness for Crohn's and Colitis patients, both adult and pediatric. The CCFA should be your first source for information.

Once you are on the CCFA's mailing list, and connected with the local CCFA chapter find other support group in your area. There are times with Crohn's and Colitis that you just can't get out of bed. If you do, it is only to run to the restroom. A friend, who understands, perhaps from a Crohn's or Colitis group, will be able to encourage you through those times when depression so easily creeps in.

The following is a list of Crohn's and Colitis Support Groups in the Atlanta area. Those who live in the metro Atlanta area are blessed to have some of the best Crohn's and Colitis doctors in the nation, and some of the greatest support groups.

The CCFA Georgia Chapter: Special Event

Speaker: Douglas Wolf, MD

Meeting Date: Wednesday, February 20^th

Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm

Cost: Free

Location: Northside Hospital Doctor's Building, Room B

980 Johnson's Ferry Road, Atlanta, Georgia

RSVP: 404.982.0616

*This is a special meeting discussing innovative treatment for Crohn's and Colitis, including established and evolving therapies. This is an educational lecture.

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America

Piedmont and Midtown Support Group

This group is for Crohn's and Colitis patients only. It meets the 3^rd Thursday of every month at 7pm. The current support group will continue meeting through May 22.

Location: Piedmont Hospital

Building 77

M Level

Classroom 5

Address: 1968 Peachtree Road, Atlanta, GA

Time: 7pm

Phone: 404.402.0074

Email: orange1981@yahoo.com

Crohn's and Colitis Foundation Support Group, North Atlanta

As part of an extensive mental health support group, a Crohn's and Colitis support group is offered the 2^nd and 4^th Wednesday of every month.

Location: North Atlanta (GA 400)

1150 Hammond Road

Suite B-2100

Time: Call for times

Phone: 404.982.0616

There are others on forums and support sites who are interested in starting and expanding local support groups. Please see articles related to online Crohn's and Colitis support.