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We support, EDucate and empower families affected by an eating disorder.
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We support, educate, and empower families affected by an eating disorder in Australia. Become a Member today for eating disorder support and more. Learn More
FREE support and resources for siblings
FREE support and resources for siblings
FREE Resources and Support for Siblings of those with an eating disorder.
Social Media Is Embedded In Young Lives, Impacting Mental Wellbeing
Social Media Is Embedded In Young Lives, Impacting Mental Wellbeing
Early findings from EDFA National Social Media Survey shows that social media is deeply embedded in young people’s daily lives, shaping their routines, relationships, and emotional worlds.
Volunteer with us
Volunteer with us
Volunteer With Us! Join us today and be a part of a community that cares.
Donate to EDFA when you recycle
Donate to EDFA when you recycle
Webinars for Clinicians
Webinars for Clinicians
EDFA's library of EDucation Information Sessions tailored for health professionals involved in eating disorder treatment and recovery.
Strong Enough Podcast
Strong Enough Podcast
Strong Enough Podcast is created for a world-wide audience of carers and families impacted by eating disorders, featuring research leaders and specialists in education, advocacy and self-care
Ask a paediatric dietitian: send in your question and register for the free session
Ask a paediatric dietitian: send in your question and register for the free session
Send in your questions ahead of the free session.
What's on EDFA (Upcoming Support Groups, Information Sessions, and more)
What's on EDFA (Upcoming Support Groups, Information Sessions, and more)
Keep an eye on our calendar for EDFA’s Carer Support Groups, Information Sessions, Meditation and Mindfulness Sessions and other events. Please select your time zone at the bottom of the calendar.
Join EDFA - FREE membership available for QLD, SA, VIC & NT carers
Join EDFA - FREE membership available for QLD, SA, VIC & NT carers
We support, educate, and empower families affected by an eating disorder in Australia. Become a Member today for eating disorder support and more.
Book a FREE counselling session for carers
Book a FREE counselling session for carers
Counselling Service The Fill the Gap service is not a crisis service. If you or someone you know is needing immediate support, please call emergency services 000 or Lifeline Australia on 13 11 14. The Fill The Gap service is for eating disorder carers and families only and the carer must be aged 10 years […]
Eating Disorders and Surgery: A Guide for Carers
Eating Disorders and Surgery: A Guide for Carers
Practical guide for eating disorder carers during their loved one's hospital admission for surgery.
We're Hiring: Counsellor
We're Hiring: Counsellor
Join Eating Disorders Families Australia as a remote counsellor, providing counselling and education to eating disorder carers.
Play For Purpose - Win Prizes While Supporting EDFA
Play For Purpose - Win Prizes While Supporting EDFA
Discover how you can win a prize while making a positive impact. Buy a Play For Purpose ticket today and support a charity close to your heart!
10 Signs Someone You Love May Have An Eating Disorder
10 Signs Someone You Love May Have An Eating Disorder
Learn 10 common early signs of an eating disorder in your loved ones to know when it’s time to take action and seek help.
Supporting Neurodivergent Young People With Eating Disorders: A Guide For Parents And Carers
Supporting Neurodivergent Young People With Eating Disorders: A Guide For Parents And Carers
Neurodivergent individuals are significantly overrepresented in eating disorder populations, yet their needs are often misunderstood in traditional treatment models. This blog from volunteer Karina Smith explore the overlap between neurodivergence and eating disorders.
Co-Parenting Under Two Roofs: Supporting a Child with an Eating Disorder After Separation
Co-Parenting Under Two Roofs: Supporting a Child with an Eating Disorder After Separation
Divorce or separation can present unique challenges when caring for a young person with eating disorder. EDFA's Hospital Liaison Officer Marianne Edmonds offers some insights
Navigating your loved one's transition into adulthood
Navigating your loved one's transition into adulthood
Research consistently shows that adolescence is a particularly vulnerable period for developing an eating disorder. Our Fill The Gap Counsellors share some insights for carers.
The Role Of Identity In Recovery
The Role Of Identity In Recovery
For many, recovery from eating disorder requires a reworking of the self. This blog from volunteer Alex Mruk explore this dynamic.
Book an Interpreter - FREE Translating and Interpreting Service
Book an Interpreter - FREE Translating and Interpreting Service
Share Your Carer Story
Share Your Carer Story
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