A BETTER WAY TO SUPPORT STUDENTS AND YOUNG ADULTS WITH EATING DISORDERS
THE VISION
A harbour is a place of safety and a refuge. It is a calm place in an often-tumultuous environment. Our vision for The Harbour takes its form and structure from the familiar image and perception of a maritime harbour. Not only temporary shelter, but a range of services from a variety of people who don’t go to sea but make outbound voyages more productive, safer and less troublesome.
A PLACE TO RETURN TO
The Harbour is a destination that serves students with an eating disorder. Conceived by EDFC, it will be operated to provide appropriate clinical treatment and restorative support from a variety of healthcare disciplines. It is a place to make friends, get professional help and meet mentors with helpful lived experiences.
AN INVITATION TO PARTNER
The Eating Disorders Foundation of Canada welcomes Western University and Fanshawe College to join The Harbour project as the better way to proactively support students with eating disorders in a comprehensive program of support therapies.
To ensure that The Harbour can start by January 2024, EDFC needs the financial support of community sponsors, corporate partners and private donors to participate in this landmark venture.
DIRECTION & LEADERSHIP
This innovative project will be headed by Dr. Robbie Campbell as physician lead and providing overall direction. Robbie has a long association with Western as a member of Western’s Sports Hall of Fame and Wall of Champions, Professor Emeritus, Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry and most recently an Honorary Doctor of Science received at last fall’s convocation for his work with eating disorders and telemedicine.
Dr. Robbie Campbell
Founder of Eating Disorders Foundation
Dr. Campbell founded the Eating Disorders Foundation of Canada in 1997 and continues to serve as its President. He has throughout his medical career championed for better treatment and support for those with eating disorders.
EDFC is providing guidance and fundraising efforts.
THE CURRENT SITUATION
The current status in Canada for the treatment and recovery support services for eating disorders for children and young adults can be described as:
