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By starting this page, I hope to unite gluten-free people in Fort Wayne, with the support of other celiacs and camaraderie of others in Fort Wayne.
When I first started my gluten-free journey, I knew nobody with Celiac Disease. I only knew a couple of people who were gluten-free, but I quickly learned that it was only as a trendy thing to do, and only when it was convenient. My health depends on this. I cannot "cheat". Ever.
By the time I first met with a dietician, I already knew more about this lifestyle than her. I asked if she knew of any local support groups. She said there had been one years ago, but there wasn't enough interest. I was pretty much on my own at that point. I wanted to start a support group, but I didn't know how, and I didn't know enough about gluten and celiac yet.
I learned almost everything I know about this disease from the internet. The support of the groups here on myspace, as well as on glutenfreeforum.com kept me going. I could not have made it this far without them.
I hoped that by having this page for gluten-free people in Fort Wayne, I could eventually bring together a supportive group of local celiacs. Perhaps someday we can even have some influence in the community to increase awareness and open up more opportunities for us in grocery shopping and dining out. I didn't have to start from scratch, however. I have found a celiac group in town that is working to build its membership and attendance back up, and a local medical group has also started a gluten free support group that meets monthly. There's also a group in Decatur that meets monthly, and I believe one in Auburn also. I will use the calendar function here on myspace (when it's working correctly!) to post meetings as I know them. If you have any questions, feel free to message me here on myspace or email [email protected].
This page is open to all celiacs, not just locals. I want to share the resources I have found on the internet- these are all linked on the left side of this page- and maintain that supportive community of celiacs here on myspace. I welcome and encourage myspace friends from the local area as well- celiac or not- for increased awareness, education, and networking.
LOCAL GROUP MEETINGS:
Fort Wayne Celiacs meet the second Saturday of the month at 3:00 p.m. at The Roasted Bean.
Gluten Free Support Group meets the first Tuesday of the month at 6:15 p.m. at The Center for Integrative Medicine.
Can't Eat It group meets the third or fourth Saturday of the month at 10:00 a.m. at Three Rivers Co-op. Information posted in the main entrance to the store and in events listings for the co-op.
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