Source: Radio New Zealand (world)
Eating Disorders Carer Support is a New Zealand/Aotearoa registered non-profit charitable trust which supports all carers of people with eating disorders or disordered eating.
EDCS provides Lived Experience Peer support, educational materials, community awareness and advocacy at all levels.
We believe that recovery is possible and achievable at all ages and all stages.
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Latest Radio interview: Radio New Zealand Nine to Noon:
Calls for carers of people with eating disorders to be paid
Warning: This interview contains autonomous carer experiences which may bring up personal emotions. Please contact EDCS for support.
A Christmas Panel + Q&A 🎄
• Jess Dyson, Founder, Redefined Coaching
• Robyn and Darrin Putt, parents with lived experience and peer supporters
• Victoria Schonwald, Director of The Eat Clinic, Specialist ED Registered Dietitian
• Hayley Guinness, Director of Stepping Stones Therapy, Clinical Nurse Practitioner, EBT and yoga therapist
They’ll share practical strategies, grounded advice, and lived experience insights for parents and carers.
Want to join us?
If you’re an adult carer living in New Zealand this will be perfect for you!
📨 RSVP required: info@edcs.co.nz
Article: ‘Support lacking for parents of kids with mental health issues”
Sarah Rowland, the co-founder and co-chairperson of EDCS, states that “Caregivers are at the core of treatment for recovery, but often they’re confused or overwhelmed and not able to adequately research any support options”. The Press.
Eating Disorder Acronyms
Terminology: All the acronyms used with eating disorders can be confusing. AN, ARFID, ASD, BED, BN, FBT, WR and then WR+!. EDCS has compiled a list of the most commonly used acronyms used in conjunction with an eating disorder.