At the heart of successful eating disorder recovery is a strong support system of loved ones who are there through it all—and that often includes Mom. In honor of Mother’s Day, join EDF and Equip for a panel discussion featuring three mothers-turned-advocates and their children in recovery. We’ll explore how familial relationships evolve through the recovery journey and share practical tips and tools for caregivers.
Moderator: JD Ouellette, Director of Lived Experience, Equip
JD Ouellette is the Director of Lived Experience for Equip; she previously developed and ran Equip’s Mentorship Department. When she helped her youngest daughter recover from anorexia a decade ago, it ignited a passion to offer hope and mentorship to other families in the way other families provided that for hers. In 2019 she left her career in education to work in the eating disorder space and is excited to be part of the work of enhancing FBT to work for even more people, and to provide access to evidence-based care that is not limited by geography.
Brought to you in collaboration with Equip
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In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder
This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.
2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM
April 8th – September 23
This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.
Please register using the form here.
In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder
This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.
2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM
April 8th – September 23
This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.
Please register using the form here.
Join us to learn practical tips and skills for caregivers.
Dads have often been left out of the eating disorder recovery narrative, and Equip’s Director of Mentorship Kevin Dunn hopes to change that by motivating and educating men on becoming more supportive and effective as caregivers. In honor of Fathers Day, join Kevin for a special workshop to learn practical tips and tools for dads (and all caregivers) navigating recovery with their loved one.
Kevin Dunn is a dad who has been the primary caregiver for his daughter since her anorexia nervosa diagnosis five years ago—and her subsequent ARFID dual diagnosis. He maintains the view that eating disorder challenges present extraordinary opportunities for growth and learning. Certainly, they are unwelcome visitors on our family journeys, but, for Kevin, the “disorder” they bring opens broad pathways to “re-ordering” every aspect of family life for the better. His goal is to use his experience guiding his own daughter to support others on their paths.
Kevin is the Director of Family Mentorship at Equip and leader of their Men’s Group, and also co-founded the F.E.A.S.T. Men’s Group, with the goal of activating, educating, and motivating men to be more supportive and effective caregivers.
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Join us virtually on Wednesday, June 15th as Dr. Michelle Laging discusses the importance of pelvic health. During our time together you will learn about the basic anatomy and function of the pelvic floor and learn to recognize symptoms that may be related to pelvic floor dysfunction, practice simple breathwork to understand the connection to the pelvic floor and more!
Brought to you in collaboration with The Eating Disorder Foundation and Movement is Medicine Physical Therapy and Wellness
For reminders about these events and others, sign up for our newsletter at the bottom of our home page https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/
For questions about this event, contact us at 303-322-3373 or info@eatingdisorderfoundation.org
In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder
This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.
2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM
April 8th – September 23
This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.
Please register using the form here.
Resilience & Responsibility *2SLGBTQIA+ Attendees Only
This discussion based event is meant to provide an opportunity for us to learn and grow, share space, and exchange resources. Two guide questions for this event include:
- How do we cope with identity-based harm? Co-facilitated by: Eric & Nia
- How do we cope with the inevitability of causing harm to others? Co-facilitated by Aims & Samia
Attendees facing food insecurity will be offered $30 Uber Eats gift cards on a first come, first served basis due to a limited supply.
This event is brought to you in collaboration with Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, The Eating Disorder Foundation, EQUIP, Walden Behavioral Care.
Find part 2 here: https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/event/queering-care-part-2/
Dreaming New Systems of Care *All are welcome
This discussion based event is meant to provide an opportunity for us to learn ideate, and connect. Two guide questions for this event include:
- How do we define recovery? Co-facilitated by M & Lyssette
- How do we want to get there? Co-facilitated by Pita & Dalia
Attendees facing food insecurity will be offered $30 Uber Eats gift cards on a first come, first served basis due to a limited supply.
This event is brought to you in collaboration with Eating Recovery Center Pathlight Mood & Anxiety Center, The Eating Disorder Foundation, EQUIP, Walden Behavioral Care.
Find Part 1 here: https://www.eatingdisorderfoundation.org/event/queering-care-part-1/
In-Person Garden Circle for Individuals 18+ Struggling with an Eating Disorder
This support group is ideal for individuals at least 18 years old who are struggling or in recovery from an eating disorder, disordered eating, or body image concerns.
2nd and 4th Fridays 10-11 AM
April 8th – September 23
This group meets outdoors, masks are optional. If weather requires for us to meet indoors, masks are necessary. Please come prepared.
Please register using the form here.
