Our relationship with Eating Disorder Recovery Support Network (EDRS) has been long standing, but this month, we want to take a moment to extend our gratitude towards an organization that we truly feel aligns with the mission and philosophy of ‘Ai Pono Hawaii.
From their website:
“EDRS, Inc. was co-founded by Michelle Minero, MFT and Haleh Kashani, PhD. as a grass roots response to the need for a community of professionals working with eating disorders. In 2000 the Mental Health Parity Law was approved in the State of California. To address the needs of the community, Petaluma Health Care district brought together local eating disorder providers to discuss eating disorder services in the area. Out of these professional gatherings and with support from PHCD Eating Disorders Recovery Support, EDRS was born.
The mission of EDRS, Inc. is to promote recovery and wellness for those impacted by eating disorders by providing support, information, and education to individuals, families, professionals, and the community at large regarding eating disorder recovery and resources.
This organization started with a small but dedicated number of professional and community volunteers meeting in Michelle’s Petaluma office. Over the years it has grown into a nationally recognized non profit organization that relies on the continued support, volunteerism and generosity of our community to fund this valuable assistance.”
‘Ai Pono Hawaii is proud to be a recurring sponsor of the EDRS treatment fund and to get to work alongside and in support of such esteemed colleagues as Co-founders Michelle Minero, MFT and Haleh Kashani, PhD as well as EDRS President Lindsey Wert, LMFT who has been an enthusiastic supporter of ‘Ai Pono and our programs for years.
We look forward to continuing to deepen and expand our relationship with EDRS in the months and years to come and encourage everyone to check out their website for more information regarding eating disorder treatment referrals, resources, and financial assistance.
If you or someone you love is suffering from an eating disorder, but aren’t sure where to start looking for help or how to afford it, check out Eating Disorder Recovery Support Network or visit our Resources page for more information.
