Patient Support Groups Patient Support Groups Coping with disease and illness can be very difficult, both physically and emotionally. Learning and sharing with people suffering from similar conditions can be very beneficial in the healing process. The Digestive Disease Center has two patient support groups that meet in the Charleston area, Pancreatitis Partners and the LowCountry Hepatitis Support Group.
All groups are open and free.
You are welcome to attend if you are in the area. This support group offers information on how to manage your pancreatitis and lead a more pain free and happy life. The purpose is for patients and family members to meet socially and share their experiences of living with pancreatitis. A group facilitator will help group members offer and accept peer support, exchange therapeutic ideas and offer tips for coping. Referrals for in depth counseling are made if necessary.