Membership includes consumers, agencies, professionals, school representatives, and other interested community members. The group is also organizing a body image and self esteem group for young women. The manual has six chapters, each providing background information for the facilitator and lots of activities and worksheets to use with teen participants. Produces a directory of local resources and services for the prevention and treatment of eating disorders. Organizes an annual event around Eating Disorders Awareness Week.
Members meet three times a year for networking, information and professional education.
Membership includes social service and health professionals and individuals who have personal experiences with eating disorders. Includes a follow up support group. The Forum was initiated in 1995 by a young woman with the help of the health unit. A workshop was then held with health and social service providers to explore interest in working together. Interested people will meet to plan possible activities.