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EDFA is a national organisation providing support, EDucation and advocacy to eating disorder carers.

31/10/2026

Loving someone through an eating disorder requires extraordinary courage.

In the challenges, uncertainties, and small daily moments, your love is a powerful source of strength. 💜

Eating Disorders Families Australia is here to support you and your family.

30/10/2026

Supporting a loved one through an eating disorder can feel overwhelming, especially when you aren't sure where to turn for help.

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) is here to support carers and families along the recovery journey.

Our South Australia Services Coordinator Kate Parsons connects carers and families with free support services, practical resources, and information. Get support tailored to your needs.

📧 [email protected]
📞 03 9970 4473

30/10/2026

The voices of eating disorder carers deserve to be heard.

Eating Disorders Families Australia's (EDFA) book Strong Enough brings together 11 powerful lived-experience stories from parents, siblings, partners and carers, sharing the realities of supporting a loved one through an eating disorder.

Federal Assistant Minister for Health, the Hon Emma McBride MP has recognised carers are key to recovery for people with eating disorders. She's also showed her support for the community by attending EDFA's Northern Territory Roundtable last year and the Strong Enough Book Launch event this year. Through Strong Enough, those often-unseen experiences are brought to light, helping carers feel seen, understood and less alone.

Purchase your copy of Strong Enough today: https://edfa.org.au/strong-enough-book

29/10/2026

Don't miss your chance to share your opinion with us!

The Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) Carer Survey asks carers across Australia to share their experiences of supporting someone with an eating disorder.

Your feedback helps us understand the challenges carers are facing, improve our services, and advocate for meaningful change at a national level.

Every response matters. Every experience helps. Every voice makes a difference.

Complete the survey today: https://edfa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5myjwFtJbiJIeoK

29/10/2026

Social media platforms such as TikTok use content recommendation algorithms powered by artificial intelligence to curate personalised user experiences for young people around the world.

This information session will cover the history of social media algorithms and how they work; TikTok and its algorithm; how algorithms contribute to eating disorders and looksmaxxing, and practical strategies that might be useful for young people.

This session is for Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) members only.

Register to attend: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/kSYwnWCuQHe8eLNFmh3aHg

To become a member visit: https://edfa.org.au/become-a-member

29/10/2026

Join us next week for a meditation session facilitated by Amanda Goodfellow.

She's an experienced presenter, facilitator and TEDx speaker. She is the founder of Agile Mind Meditation, a business helping people to stay present and grounded amidst challenging circumstances through the practice of mindfulness. Amanda experienced a decade-long eating disorder in her 20s and is passionate about supporting families navigating this journey.

Eating Disorders Families Australia's (EDFA) mindfulness and meditation sessions are run monthly for current financial members. Register or access Amanda’s previous sessions here: https://edfa.org.au/monthly-meditation/

Not a member? Join EDFA here (EDFA membership is FREE for carers in NT, QLD, SA and regional VIC): https://edfa.org.au/become-a-member/

28/10/2026

Caring for someone with an eating disorder can be exhausting, isolating, and overwhelming. But you don't have to do it alone. 💜

Join our free online information session on Thursday, November 5 to connect with the EDFA team, learn about the support available to carers and families, and discover the programs, services, and resources designed to help you feel informed, supported, and empowered throughout your caring journey.

Register here: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mPFG9h3JSGO2UcwgXgVH0g

28/10/2026

Does it feel like something's off with your child's eating habits?

Trust your gut. Seeking support early can make a big difference when it comes to prevention.

Join Paediatric Dietitian Dr Lyza Norton for a FREE 20-minute one-on-one online chat. Enjoy a cuppa and talk about your concerns with an expert.

Chat sessions run fortnightly. Next one is Wednesday, November 4. There are only four sessions left until the end of the year.

Limited spots are available. Secure your spot here: https://edfa.org.au/nourish-nurture-notice/drop-in-sessions

28/10/2026

Advocating for better mental health outcomes. 💜

The 2026 Mental Health Australia Members' Policy Forum brought organisations from across the mental health sector together to discuss the issues that matter most and help shape future policy directions that support individuals, families and carers across Australia.

Eating Disorders Families Australia (EDFA) Executive Director Jane Rowan was proud to contribute to these discussions, ensuring the voices of carers and families impacted by eating disorders were represented as future mental health priorities are shaped.

Through our annual carer survey, EDFA knows that eating disorders carers often rate their mental health as poor. We offer free counselling services nationally through our Fill The Gap program to help carers get the support they need too.

One carer said, “The Fill The Gap counselling is an incredible service and has been a total lifesaver."

If you need support, access free counselling and support services at edfa.org.au.

Eating Disorders Queensland Butterfly Foundation Australia & New Zealand Academy for Eating Disorders Mental Health Australia National Eating Disorders Collaboration

27/10/2026

Join us for a lunchtime information session with Dr Lyza Norton, Senior Paediatric Dietitian and clinical advisor to EDFA's Nourish, Nurture, Notice program.

Discover practical ways to support positive relationships with food, body image and eating, recognise early warning signs, and build a healthy home environment for lifelong wellbeing.

With 20+ years of experience working with children, adolescents and families, Dr Norton will share expert insights and answer your questions in this free interactive session.

Spots are limited, so book today: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mPFG9h3JSGO2UcwgXgVH0g

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Brunswick West, VIC

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+61300195626

Website

http://www.edfa.org.au/

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