"ED Program"

I was admitted to Cockburn Health on the eating disorders program for a month and a bit. 

Positive Experiences:

Peer Support: Gabi is an exceptional Peer Support Worker. Her groups were incredibly valuable and provided much-needed support throughout my stay. The 1:1 sessions with Gabi were also highly beneficial for my recovery journey.

Nursing Staff: Lauryn and Justin were outstanding nurses who provided excellent care and support, especially during meal support. Shout out to all nurses though.

Psychiatric Care: Dr. Aki was a good psychiatrist. Declan, the registrar, demonstrated a strong commitment to learning and provided compassionate care, despite it being his first time working with ED patients. I appreciated the opportunity to participate in my discharge planning, which helped me feel more confident and prepared for my return home.

Dietetics: They were great even though relationship between dietitian and the ED can be frustrating haha but obviously they want what is best for us as a person and recovery and not the ED.

Occupational Therapy: Sarah is a wonderful Occupational Therapist with a gentle and understanding approach. Working with her was a positive experience, even during challenging times.

OT assistant groups were also great.

Areas for Improvement:

Nursing Training: Some nurses may benefit from further training in specific aspects of eating disorder care. For example, discussions about diet, exercise, fat content, and sugar during meal support can be triggering for patients. It is crucial to avoid such conversations and instead focus on supportive and non-judgmental meal experiences.

Supplement Administration: Nurses should carefully review each patient's meal plan and individualize supplement drink amounts accordingly.

Overall, my experience at the Inpatient Eating Disorders Program was positive. The program provides a valuable service, and I am grateful for the care and support I received from the team.