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[rhandyside66]

Hello,  I am looking for support groups/ advice in the Tyne and Wear area. My doctor has mentioned one or two national websites and online organisations but I would love to find a local group of Geordie women to talk with, compare experiences and find help and support.  Any ideas? I feel as if I am going through this all alone.

Thank you,
Rhonda Handyside.

[CLKD]

You're not alone whilst you are here ;-)

How sympathetic is your Practice Nurse, would she know enough to set up a group at the surgery occasionally?  Perhaps there might be information at the local Hospital/s?  Could you go on local radio and ask if any1 would like to form a group?  MayB meeting in a Library as a safe place or on-line.

Is there a menopause Clinic in the area?

[rhandyside66]

Some great ideas here. I will look into some of them. I was thinking of writing to my MP about the situation. I find it quite shocking that there is little or no support.

[CLKD]

Do write 2 your MP.  Alerting them isn't a bad idea. 

Let us know how you get on.

[rhandyside66]

I'll keep you informed. 

[Nik2502]

I'll keep you informed. 

Hi I’m in Newcastle if you wanted to chat? X

[NicolaJ]

Hi, I’m in Newcastle too!

[Nik2502]

Hi, I’m in Newcastle too!

Hi x

[NicolaJ]

Hi! Lovely to connect! Xx

[rhandyside66]

Maybe we should all link up. I'm on Facebook. No reply from my MP yet.

[NicolaJ]

I’ve sent you a DM on messenger xx

[NicolaJ]

I'll keep you informed. 

Hi I’m in Newcastle if you wanted to chat? X

Hey, we’ve connected on messenger if you’d like to join. I’m Nicola Eve

[rhandyside66]

UPDATE!
I have had a letter from my MP this morning suggesting she gives me a call to discuss taking the matter forward, including potentially how we set up a group in the area. Would anyone be interested? Does anyone have any suggestions as to discussion points etc?