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SWEDA

SWEDA
Providing support to anyone affected by eating disorders in the South and West.

Having an eating disorder, or supporting someone who has, can be a distressing and bewildering experience. Somerset and Wessex Eating Disorders Association (SWEDA) offers a range of services throughout Somerset and the surrounding area. Based at Shepton Mallet in Somerset, in the Southwest of England (UK), we provide support to anyone affected by eating disorders, including anorexia nervosa, bulim

ia nervosa, compulsive eating, binge eating disorder and all related conditions. Our services include Counselling Services, a monthly Self help Support Group, Training and Presentations for Health Professionals and GPs, and an Outreach and Community Support programme, working with young people in Secondary Schools and four of the major Colleges in the county. We are here to support and listen to you, wherever you are on your journey.

19/06/2026

Taking the first step to reach out for support can be daunting, but hearing from others who have stood where you are can make all the difference.

Take a look at some feedback from some of our adult clients about their personal experiences working with SWEDA, and how seeking support helped them move forward.

You don't have to navigate this alone; we are here to support you.

Find out more here - https://swedauk.org/services

18/06/2026

We're looking for a fundraising officer to join the team! 📣

This role would be great for someone who’s interested in:

😊 Being a friendly face at local events to help raise awareness of our cause
🌈 Supporting groups and individuals to get creative and fundraise for SWEDA
🤝 Growing connections with businesses who want to make a difference

Working within a small, supportive team, you’ll need strong organisational and communication skills, contribute to volunteer development, and play a key role in raising both funds and awareness to support SWEDA’s mission and regional leadership in eating disorder support.

If this sounds like the job for you, we’d love to hear from you. We’re accepting applications on a rolling basis, so apply now via our website!

https://swedauk.org/get-involved/current-paid-opportunities

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17/06/2026

Emma and Emma saying hello! 👋

They were visiting the Open Mental Health conference in Yeovil yesterday, raising awareness about SWEDA’s eating disorder support services in Somerset – all part of a bigger picture of the network making sure Somerset communities get the support they need. Thank you for having us 🌈

15/06/2026

Want to help us shape national policy for remote eating disorder care?

Across June and July, Roundtable events are taking place across the UK and online, listening to those with lived or professional experience about what needs to change to make remote care feel supportive, safe, and effective.

SWEDA will be hosting one of these Roundtable events, and you’re invited:
📅 Wednesday 1st July, 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍 SWEDA, Shepton Mallet
👤 Open to adults with lived experience, experience of supporting a family member, or experiencing working in ED services (NHS or voluntary).

As a thank you for your time, people with lived experience, family carers, and voluntary sector workers will receive reimbursement: £50 for in-person events and £25 for online events.

🌈 For details on the Roundtable taking place at SWEDA, click the link below. You can also scroll down to see the other online and in-person events on the Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roundtable-national-policy-guidance-for-remote-eating-disorders-care-tickets-1987993468981

12/06/2026

Anybody can be living with an eating disorder. Not everybody feels able to reach out for the help they need.

We know that EDs disproportionately affect members of the LGBTQIA+ community, due to the increased likelihood of coping with stresses such as discrimination, bullying, and social pressure.

But many LGBTQIA+ people experience barriers to accessing the support they need, due to poor past experiences in health services, and lack of clarity about whether services are really LGBTQIA+ safe spaces.

SWEDA is a LGBTQIA+ safe space. Always.

That’s why our educational outreach - in unis, schools, and at Pride events - is so important, so we can reach the people who need us most and break down barriers to accessing support.

But as a charity, we need the support of our community to keep going. Can you help us?⁠

We’re asking our SWEDA Community to consider donating – even just an hour’s wage – on a monthly basis so we know we can keep our vital work going and reach everybody who needs our support.⁠

Set up your donation by visiting the link in our bio 🌈

11/06/2026

🌈This Pride month we wanted to introduce you to our LGBTQIA+ Champions 🌈

Emily and Claire are the LGBTQIA+ Champions at SWEDA. Part of their role involves helping to raise awareness of issues that may uniquely affect people identifying as LGBTQIA+ with eating disorders.

Research discovered that LGBTQIA+ individuals are disproportionately affected by eating disorders.

Here at SWEDA we offer a range of different types of support. This is a space where you can talk through any concerns, find out more about the support we offer, and explore possible next steps together.

🗨️ Contact us today to find out more - https://swedauk.org/contact-us

🖥️ *Statistic source - https://justlikeus.org/news/2021/11/25/lgbt-young-people-three-times-more-likely-eating-disorder/

10/06/2026

We’re taking a look at remote ED care and what needs to change, and we want to hear what you have to say.

Across June and July, Roundtable events are taking place across the UK and online, as part of a nation-wide collaboration with REDCAN and leading policy researchers.

SWEDA will be hosting one of these Roundtable events:
📅 Wednesday 1st July, 10.30am – 12.30pm
📍 SWEDA, Shepton Mallet
👤 Open to adults with lived experience, experience of supporting a family member, or experiencing working in ED services (NHS or voluntary).

As a thank you for your time, people with lived experience, family carers, and voluntary sector workers will receive reimbursement: £50 for in-person events and £25 for online events.

🌈 For details on the Roundtable taking place at SWEDA, click the link below. You can also scroll down to see the other online and in-person events on the Eventbrite page:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/roundtable-national-policy-guidance-for-remote-eating-disorders-care-tickets-1987993468981

09/06/2026

Behind every client we support at SWEDA there is a network of loved ones that are also navigating life with them.

We are so grateful to the parents and families who shared their feedback with us. Take a look to see what some of the parents of our clients had to say about their experiences working with SWEDA.

If you're a parent or carer looking for guidance on how to support a loved one with an eating disorder, we are here for you too.

Find out more here - https://swedauk.org/resources/i-am-supporting-someone-with-an-eating-disorder

03/06/2026

Want to make a real difference? Join SWEDA as a volunteer! 😊

At SWEDA, we are passionate about supporting anyone affected by eating disorders across Somerset and the Southwest. But we can’t do it alone and that’s where you come in.

We are looking for some lovely people to support us at our events, help us raise awareness of eating disorders and raise more money for our life transforming services.

Whether you have a few hours a week to spare or want to gain some experience supporting a charity, we would love for you to become part of the team.

Volunteers will…
• Become a valued team member
• Develop new skills and experience in charity support
• Build confidence

📧Find out more by contacting our fundraising manager Gavin - [email protected]

28/05/2026

“I now eat with confidence and no fear.” 🌈

We loved this short testimonial from one of our Bristol clients, showing just how far they’ve come in their recovery journey. There is always hope for recovery, for anyone, no matter how hard things may seem right now. Thank you to the client who shared this part of their story with us!

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Monday	8am - 8pm
Tuesday	8am - 8pm
Wednesday	8am - 8pm
Thursday	8am - 8pm

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01749 343344

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http://swedauk.org/

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