Family Program

Family involvement is very important to the healing and recovery of our residents. At every level of care, our treatment programs are designed to address family issues, provide information on communication, the recovery process, and lay the foundation to mend the family system. Our program incorporates educational presentations, group processes and experiential activities. Family involvement is very important to the healing and recovery of our residents.
 
Our Family Workshop for our adult programs is a 5-day intensive program designed to address family issues and provide information on communication and the recovery process. The program incorporates educational presentations, group process and experiential activities.
 
We strive to provide a safe and intimate environment where residents and families can experience renewed hope for the future. The expertise and compassion of the clinical and medical staff prepare patients, family and friends with the essential tools they need to return home with renewed clarity and confidence to live healthy and productive lives.
 
If you suspect someone you love is experiencing an eating disorder, our quick read Family and Friend Guide, developed by Rosewood staff, will provide helpful suggestions for communicating your concern.
 
The National Eating Disorder Association (NEDA) supports individuals and families affected by eating disorders, and serves as a catalyst for prevention, cures and access to quality care. Please view their Toolkit for Parents.
 
 
How to Survive and Support Your Loved One While in Treatment

We know the road to helping a loved one get into treatment can be long and draining. Take a break now and allow us to be the primary support for your loved one while they are here in treatment. You will continue to play an important role when you have communication with your loved one in the evenings.  So, we want to provide you with some tools to help you address your loved one while they are in treatment.
 
 

Things to Say to Your Loved One

·        We are all encouraged and support your commitment to recovery.
·        We are thinking about you often and honor the time you are taking to heal yourself.
·        Keep being open and honest and take one day at a time.
·        Treatment is difficult and you have the perseverance to get through it.
·        We will support you in anything toward healing.
·        We enjoy hearing more about what you are learning about yourself while you are there.
·        You are brave for taking the risks to enter treatment