Support Group

Posted by Lori Henry Jan 16, 2007

The Joy Project is running full steam ahead, now offering support groups to include extended supportive programming (like an intensive outpatient program without the individual therapy and prescribed meal plan).

This extended support program is designed to give people opportunities to socialize in a safe environment, to teach them skills which they can use to help their recovery process along, and to encourage them to reach out to others for social support.

Planned activities include: arts & crafts classes, yoga, kickboxing, and self-defense classes (for those who are medically stable and wish to be physically active in a way that does not focus on burning calories and weight loss), museum trips, movie nights, group dinners followed by group activities, and group opportunities for volunteering at other organizations.

We're also focused on getting the message out that eating disorders come in ALL shapes and sizes, and that the media's portrayal of the 60-lb anorectic is FAR from the norm.

We also differ from many treatment centers in our overall philosophy- we don't focus so much on 'gaining weight' as the main goal in recovery. We like to encourage a balanced and fulfilling life, which INCLUDES healthy eating habits, but also includes being social, having healthy relationships, enjoying fun activities, finding a profession, and ultimately, being the best YOU that you can be.

Their website is: www.joyproject.org