Eating Disorders Families Australia

Today, Eating Disorder Families Australia (EDFA) is at the official launch of the Victorian Eating Disorders Strategy 2024-2031. Developed with insights from those with lived experiences, this initiative prioritises accessible, evidence-based care across Victoria. The strategy includes new community-based treatment options, such as a regional day program and in-home support. It also funds early intervention specialists and bolsters services from Eating Disorders Victoria (EDV). Image: National EDucation Manager Alex Kisilevich (left) and Board Member Dr Palmyra De Banks (right). Read more on the strategy here: https://lnkd.in/gryVKtAk #EDFA #eatingdisorder #eatingdisordersupport

Leaning in to caring roles can be challenging for men. Listen to one Dad’s story in the latest episode of Strong Enough with Rohan Wastell for his best tips and advice after his daughter’s diagnosis and the things he wishes he’d known. Our Men's Support Group is held on the fourth Wednesday every two months. Our next one will be on Wednesday, December 18 at 8:00pm AEDT. Register to attend here: https://bit.ly/3YNwfpx Listen to the full episode and a range of other Strong Enough podcasts here: https://lnkd.in/gSe-TkuX  #EDFA #malecarers #eatingdisordercarers #eatingdisorders #eatingdisorderrecovery

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is recruiting for a volunteer Treasurer and Company Secretary. As a volunteer organisation, we would like to appoint a member of our carer community to this vital dual role. As EDFA Treasurer, you will work closely with our Executive Director and Board and liaise with our stakeholders including Government and donors. EDFA is a charity registered with the ACNC, incorporated as a company limited by guarantee. EDFA holds DGR status. The Treasurer role is supported by an internal administration assistant and finance officer, and an external accounting firm that assists on certain month-to-month activities. If you would like to contribute in a meaningful way to our eating disorder carer community and have the appropriate experience for this key role or if you would like more information, please contact EDFA Executive Director Jane Rowan on jane.rowan@edfa.org.au

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is thrilled to announce we have won one of two $50,000 2024 Women & Change grants to launch a Hospital Liaison Officer service in Brisbane! As a lived experience organisation, we have firsthand experience of the challenges families and carers face when a loved one is admitted to hospital for eating disorder treatment. We know there is little support, comfort, or education provided. We know families are alone, they are isolated, they have little to no knowledge of how to support their loved one in the hospital setting or after discharge. This pilot project will help fill a critical gap by providing: - Empathy and support to families and their loved ones during a hospital admission; - Education on eating disorders and what to expect in the journey ahead; and - Guidance on accessing ongoing support and counselling, so families leave the hospital feeling prepared and supported. Thank you to Women & Change for helping us to transform the experience of families and carers in hospital. Congratulations to Yoorana The Second Life Project, which won the other $50,000 grant, and the other two finalists - all of which are doing incredible work in the community. #EDFA #HospitalLiasonOfficer #EatingDisorderCarers #EatingDisorderSupport #eatingdisordertreatment #eatingdisorderrecovery

Eating disorder carers applaud the Federal Government’s decision to increase the age limit for social media access to 16, saying the move is likely to improve the recovery chances of young people with eating disorders. This welcome news followed Eating Disorders Families Australia’s (EDFA) involvement with the #LetThemBeKids campaign that called for the Federal Government to raise the age of social media access to 16. The campaign highlighted the influence of social media on body image, disordered eating, and eating disorders as one of the many harms that stem from social media use. “Parents across Australia are breathing a sigh of relief today, particularly those who are caring for someone with an eating disorder and who fear their child may develop an eating disorder due to inappropriate content,” Executive Director Jane Rowan GAICD says. “Knowing we've helped to remove one major barrier to eating disorder recovery is a huge step in improving the recovery trajectory for many young people who are living with an eating disorder, and will significantly aid their parents and carers in supporting their recovery.” She said 81% of eating disorder carers believed social media had either contributed to the development of their loved one’s eating disorder or hampered their recovery. Children and adolescents are especially vulnerable to social media harms. Implementing stricter age regulations can help protect their mental health during these crucial developmental years, as well as give them back their childhood and allow them to develop the self-confidence, critical thinking, and emotional resilience they need to thrive in life. "We will now wait with much interest for the detail of the legislation and will continue to call for effective and robust age verification as well as education for young people and their parents about how to navigate social media safely," Ms Rowan says. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gmKVUyc7 ANZAED Mia Bannister Simon Wilksch Wayne Holdsworth Professor Selena Bartlett Jade Gooding Dany Elachi Danielle Einstein Dr Mark Williams Emma Mason Fiona Carusi Melanie Pilling #EDFA #eatingdisorderawareness #socialmediareform #protectourkids #socialmediaharms #letthembekids

Join us for an EDucation webinar tomorrow! Dr Warren Ward is a psychiatrist and will discuss how medications can be used for individuals with eating disorders, as well as other common conditions such as anxiety, depression and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Come to the session to ask your questions on medications and eating disorders, and who can benefit from them. Please note that this webinar is for EDFA members only. Register here: https://bit.ly/40n1Wsl Not a member? Join EDFA today: https://lnkd.in/gUt2jgbR EDFA now offers FREE membership for carers in Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. You can click on the link to join EDFA to find out more and claim your FREE membership if eligible.

Join us for an EDucation webinar next Thursday! Dr Warren Ward is a psychiatrist and will discuss how medications can be used for individuals with eating disorders, as well as other common conditions such as anxiety, depression and attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). Come to the session to ask your questions on medications and eating disorders, and who can benefit from them. Please note that this webinar is for EDFA members only. Register here: https://bit.ly/40n1Wsl Not a member? Join EDFA today: https://lnkd.in/g3-6Pm9A EDFA now offers FREE membership for carers in Victoria, South Australia and Queensland. You can click on the link to join EDFA to find out more and claim your FREE membership if eligible.

A big thank you to all the grandparents who joined our very first Grandparents Support Group this afternoon! It was wonderful to welcome eight grandparents from all across Australia, including two couples and a mixture of both grandmothers and grandfathers. The group was a safe space filled with understanding, shared insights and experiences, and encouragement. Almost all attendees expressed feeling more positive after the group. Many grandparents also shared their need for more strategies to support their loved ones and for a stronger sense of connection and hope for their grandchild’s future. We are grateful to have such amazing reception and feedback for the first Grandparents Support Group and we look forward to seeing you again in our next one! Follow our socials and subscribe to our calendar to get updates on all our events: https://lnkd.in/dGq_Te6 #EatingDisorderRecovery #GrandparentsSupport #EDFA

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is seeking a Volunteer Digital Content Creator. This flexible remote role is a minimum of a six-month commitment of 15-20 hours per month. You'll work with EDFA's Marketing and Communications team to create, review, and edit digital content that aligns with the EDFA Marketing Strategy. This includes producing impactful content in various formats, adhering to brand guidelines, and collaborating with other teams to ensure cohesive service delivery. The ideal candidate should possess a suitable marketing or communications qualification and be skilled in digital content creation, editing and social media management. Find out more about the role here: https://lnkd.in/g74Kk9rv Please apply by emailing admin@edfa.org.au with your resume and cover letter. #EDFA #EDFATeam #volunteer #digitalcontent #marketing

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is currently recruiting for a volunteer Treasurer and Company Secretary. As a volunteer organisation, we are interested in appointing a member of our carer community to this important dual role. As EDFA Treasurer, you will work closely with our Executive Director and Board, and liaise with our stakeholders including Government and donors. EDFA is a charity registered with the ACNC, incorporated as a company limited by guarantee. EDFA holds DGR status. The Treasurer role is supported by an internal administration assistant and finance officer, and an external accounting firm that assists on certain month-to-month activities. If you would like to contribute in a meaningful way to our eating disorder carer community and have the relevant experience for this vital role or if you would like more information about this role, please contact EDFA Executive Director Jane Rowan on jane.rowan@edfa.org.au We would also like to express our gratitude to our outgoing Treasurer and Company Secretary Freya Bennett for her amazing contribution at EDFA.