For Professionals

"Back from the Brink" a huge success!

This past week we hosted Buddy Howard in Grand Rapids, Michigan.  His presentation:  "Back from the Brink: A Father's Perspective on Recovery from an Eating Disorder" was heard and appreciated by an audience of 75.  Buddy was part of a panel of parents talking about their recovery experiences at the NEDA conference in San Diego last September.  He is a warm and engaging speaker with a message of hope and inspiration for all; but it truly resonates with the men in the audience.  Should you wish to sponsor such a presentation for your event Buddy can be contacted via email at hyddub_1999@yahoo.com. Buddy is heading up the technology campaign for NEDA and we are proud to be making a $300 contribution to this cause.

Happy 20th NEDAW

This past week marked the 20th Annual National Eating Disorders Awareness Week.  I am proud to say that I've participated with NEDAW almost from the beginning.  I remember attending an organizational meeting with Anita Sinicrope Maier and Margo Maine at the NAAS conference in Columbus, Ohio back in 1986.  NEDAW has grown exponentially since those humble beginnings.  This year there were coordinators across the nation who planned all kinds of events for professionals, students, and the general public, all in an effort to raise awareness regarding eating disorders.  We have a wonderful event planned to occur right here in Grand Rapids, Michigan on March 18.    More to follow . . .