ARFID Peer support group for family members (formerly Endeavour)

Caring for a young person with ARFID?

Are you a family member of a young person aged 5 – 17 who has ARFID or is displaying ARFID behaviours?

ARFID Peer support group for family members (formerly Endeavour) is a safe and supportive space where you will gain a better understanding of ARFID and develop skills to support your child or young person aged 5-17.  

A weekly 90-minute peer support group delivered via Zoom by one ofour experienced eating disorder clinicians.

You will deepen your understanding of ARFID by looking at the common behaviours and presentations, as well as improving your understanding of the experience of food for individuals with ARFID.

Over 8 weeks, you will learn new skills and communication techniques to improve your confidence in communicating your loved one's needs with school and healthcare professionals.

The aim of this online peer support group is for you to feel supported in a safe space, where you can talk openly about what you’re dealing with, share your emotions and how you are managing with your young person’s ARFID behaviours.

The ARFID Peer support group for family members (formerly Endeavour) is open to you if:

• Your child or young person is aged between 5 and 17 at the start of the programme.
• They have ARFID behaviours/presentations (formal diagnosis of ARFID is not essential).
• You are able to commit to the 8-week programme and agree to follow the group guidelines.

If you or your loved one has active intent/plans to end their life or are in crisis, the ARFID Peer support group for family members will not be an appropriate support service for you. If you are experiencing this, we recommend you contact emergency services, your GP, the Samaritans or Papyrus for support.

How can I access the ARFID Peer support group for family members?

The group is currently available for self-referral across the whole of Scotland, Wales, Essex and York.

Complete our self-referral form

If you are currently under an eating disorder team in Suffolk or Kent, you may be eligible for a clinical referral. Please speak to your team to enquire.

If you are based elsewhere, our Eating Disorder Support Hub for Families and Friends (formerly POD) has information, tools and community for those supporting someone with an eating disorder. You can access e-Learning, chat with our expert clinicians, watch pre-recorded webinars and reach out to other carers in our forums. Simply create your free account today

If you are looking for specific help local to you, please use our Helpfinder tool to see what is available in your area.