NEDAwareness Week (National Eating Disorders Awareness Week) is February 22 – February 28, 2009. The purpose of this week is to bring public attention to the critical need to raise awareness and funding to battle eating disorders in the U.S. Now in its 22nd year, National Eating Disorders Awareness Week brings national attention to the severity of eating disorders, which are mental illnesses with often life-threatening physical consequences. In the U.S. as many as 10 million females and one million males struggle with the devastating effects of anorexia and bulimia. Another 25 million suffer from binge eating disorder.
Thousands of individuals and communities are expected to participate in events across the country to raise awareness about body image and eating disorder issues during this week, and South Florida is no different. Please help The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness, Palm Beach County’s Premier Eating Disorders Organization, bring much needed attention and awareness to eating disorders and the need for positive body image and healthy living.
The Alliance is a proud coordinator for National Eating Disorders Association. Please join us at one of our many events during that week to raise awareness and prevention of eating disorders.
In honor of EDAW, Paoo Jewelry presents:
Paoo Original "Self Love Heart" Necklace
Retail Price: $75 - ** 15% of all sales generated will be donated to The Alliance!
To order this beautiful necklace or for inquiries,contact eatingdisorders@paoo.biz.
Schedule of Confirmed Events for Eating Disorders Awareness Week
February 14, 2009***
West Palm Beach GreenMarket Booth 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
"Loving EveryBODY Booth"
Thank you so much to everyone who came out and stopped by our booth! We look forward to seeing you at other NEDAW events!
February 18, 2009***
Florida Atlantic University Wellness Fair - 3 pm
North Campus
Eating Disorders Awareness and Prevention Information Table
February 22, 2009***
"Stepping Off the Scales: Eating Disorders and Body Image." - 2:00 pm
West Palm Beach Main Library
Mayor Lois Frankel will present City of WPB Eating Disorders Awareness Week Proclamation at 1:45 pm
Johanna Kandel, Director of The Alliance, will present on her journey with her eating disorder, treatment, and recovery through her personal story. She will present on the different types of eating disorders, where to turn for help, and most of all that recovery is possible.
February 23, 2009
“Does This Make Me Look Fat???? 12:30 pm
Palm Beach Community College South Campus
DeHoernle Student Center, Boca Raton, FL
Open to all PBCC Students
Join Johanna Kandel, Executive Director of The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness, as she addressees the world of body loathing, self-esteem, and eating disorders. A look at how the 'ideal' has changed over time, as well as how to learn to love the person that is reflected back at you in the mirror. This program give you the information to help your loved ones, your friends, and yourself.
February 23, 2009
"Loving the Skin You are In!"
BBYO Meet-Up
5 pm
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
February 24, 2009
“Do I Look Fat In This?” 5:00 pm
Florida Atlantic University Honors College "Dorm" Presentation
5353 Parkside Drive-SR106, Jupiter, Florida 33458
Open to all FAU Students
Join Johanna Kandel, Executive Director of The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness, as she addressees the world of body loathing, self-esteem, and eating disorders. A look at how the 'ideal' has changed over time, as well as how to learn to love the person that is reflected back at you in the mirror. This program give you the information to help your loved ones, your friends, and yourself.
February 24, 2009 ***
“Eating Disorders 101 and Beyond” - 6:00 PM
Boca Community Hospital, Education Building, Dawson Theater
800 Meadows Road, Boca Raton, FL, 33486 (Past the Emergency Room Building)
Dr. Janel Heath will provide a broad overview of disordered eating, as well as discuss the signs, symptoms, and behaviors commonly associated with Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder. The audience will hear tips on what to do if you suspect a loved one is struggling with an eating disorder, as well as, ways to improve one’s own body image.
February 25, 2009
“Inside Eating Disorders: New Trends and Updates” - 9:30 AM
Highridge Family Center, 4200 N. Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Johanna Kandel, Director of The Alliance, will present on new research in the field of eating disorders, as well discuss other eating disorders beyond Anorexia and Bulimia.
2 CE Credits will be provided
Please R.S.V.P. to Jocelyn Colon at jcolon@pbcgov.com or (561) 625-2530 by February 24, 2009.
February 25, 2009***
"Beyond the Shadow of a Diet: Seeing and Treating Eating Disorders “- 6:00 PM
North County Regional Library, 11303 Campus Drive, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, 561-626-6133
Dr. Carol Fishbein will present on recognizing the signs, symptoms, and behaviors commonly associated with Anorexia, Bulimia, and Binge Eating Disorder of eating disorders. It will also include an overview of treatment approaches and issues.
February 26, 2009
Panel Discussion and Resolution Introduction
The Capital, Tallahassee
The Alliance for Eating Disorders AWareness is proud to work with the NEDA Star Program and H.O.P.E. (Helping Other People Eat) on educating Florida Legislatures on the necessity of eating disorders prevention and education.
February 26, 2009***
“Eating Disorders Recovery—This Is My Story” 10:00 AM.
The Hanley Resource Center, 933 45th St West Palm Beach Florida 33407, 561-841-1067
Join Alliance Member, Molly Walker, as she discusses the impact of the portrayal of eating disorders on youth/adults as communicated by media, education and interpersonal relations. She will utilize personal experience, as well as provide positive techniques for living and modeling healthy behavior learned through her personal experience.
February 27, 2009
“Eating Disorders in Midlife” -10:15 am.
Jewish Family and Children Services
Presentation by Joann Hendelman, Ph.D., RN
February 27, 2009
“Does This Make Me Look Fat???? 11:00 am
Palm Beach Community College Eissey Campus
Palm Beach Gardens, Florida 33410
Open to all PBCC Students
Join Johanna Kandel, Executive Director of The Alliance for Eating Disorders Awareness, as she addressees the world of body loathing, self-esteem, and eating disorders. A look at how the 'ideal' has changed over time, as well as how to learn to love the person that is reflected back at you in the mirror. This program give you the information to help your loved ones, your friends, and yourself.
February 28, 2009***
West Palm Beach GreenMarket Booth 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Eating Disorders Awareness Week Booth
February 28, 2009
Paoo Jewelry Cocktail Reception in honor of Eating Disorders AWareness Week
5:00 - 7:00 pm
Worth Avenue, Palm Beach
Additional information TBA
*** Open to Public
NEW PRESENTATIONS ADDED DAILY. PLEASE CHECK BACK FOR ADDITIONAL PRESENTATIONS.
WE LOOK FORWARD FOR SEEING YOU AT THESE PRESENTATIONS!!!!!
Paoo Original "Self Love Heart" Necklace
Retail Price: $75 - ** 15% of all sales generated will be donated to The Alliance!
To order this beautiful necklace or for inquiries,contact eatingdisorders@paoo.biz.
Schedule of Confirmed Events for Eating Disorders Awareness Week