Alumni Network

"Step confidently forward in the precisely the direction that is the most challenging to you. Because in that same direction, you'll also find what is most rewarding to you."
- Ralph Marston

Welcome to the CEDC Alumni Page! This page was created to provide resources that meet the needs of our alumni at every stage of their recovery. Events and practical resources are designed to support you in your recovery journey, so please always feel free to contact us with insights, feedback or ideas for alumni programming you would like to see offered. Call or e-mail Meredith Cook, Professional Relationship Coordinator, at 617.547.2255 x403 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. .

Stay tuned here for our upcoming alumni events as well as news on a new group starting for those who are fully recovered.

Upcoming Events:

A big thank you goes out to all those who joined us for our Winter Alumni Event. It was great to catch up with those who came. You are an inspiration to all of us! Stay tuned for information on our spring event!

freEDom
It has been said that recovering from an Eating Disorder is one of the most difficult things you’ll ever do. Our goal with freEDom is to replace the shame and stigma many feel in ED recovery with pride and hope. We aim to have pride in what we have accomplished and allow others to experience hope through us. We plan to meet monthly with anyone recovered from an ED for more than three months. The meetings will be focused on creating a positive community around ED recovery, socializing with other people who have walked this journey too, and continue to foster holistic growth. In addition, we hope to utilize the strength in this community to increase education and awareness to the public when opportunities arise. No matter where, or in what form your treatment was, if you have been behavior free for more than three months, you are welcome here. Support groups are for those still struggling, we are here to thrive. freEDom is possible.

Next event:
Discussing How to Implement Self-Care and De-Stressing Techniques In Our Busy Lives

  • When:              4:00PM on Saturday, February 23, 2013
  • Where:            Cambridge Eating Disorder Center, 3 Bow Street, Cambridge, MA 02138

For more information or to RSVP for the events, please e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call 617.547.2255 x278.

Resources

Stay connected with whats going on in eating disorder research, advocacy and awareness:

           NEDA  

  • Learn how you can advocate for Eating Disorders and make a difference:

              http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/programs-events/star-program.php

  • Find Volunteer opportunities

http://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/get-involved/volunteer-and-internship.php

Speaking Engagements
Be a recovery speaker at CEDC. You can speak in our Residential, Partial or IOP programs at a variety of times. We ask that you have been behavior free for one year. If you are interested in speaking in Residential call Dr. Ebrahimi x222. PHP/IOP call Dr. Licht x225

Further Reading
Looking for something motivating to read? Here are some staff favorites…

  • Eating in the Light of the Moon: How Women Can Transform Their Relationship with Food Through Myths, Metaphors, and Storytelling - Anita A. Johnston PhD

 


Testimonials...

  • Today, I am happy, healthy and safe, and thriving because of the love and support I received at CEDC…
  • The CEDC program has left me feeling strong and optimistic, and I cannot say enough positive things about the program....I know that the road ahead will not be easy but just knowing that CEDC is there as a safety net gives me a feeling of calm…
  • Thank you for everything---especially for believing in me when I couldn’t believe in myself. Sometimes that was what convinced me to keep trying even when I felt hopeless…
  • I can’t express how grateful I am to have had people like you in my life. You have all helped me more than I could have ever dreamed possible. Every day I looked forward to coming in to partial to see your smiling faces, and your kindness has brightened the hardest of days…
  • Not only did CEDC teach me how to beat my eating disorder, but you also taught me how to be a good person, how to help other people, and listen to them….Thank you all for making me ME again.

CEDC

Contact Us

Cambridge Eating Disorder Center

  • 3 Bow Street,
    Cambridge, MA 02138
  • 1(617)547-2255 (phone)
  • 1(617)547-0003 (fax)