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Ellern Mede is a world renowned specialist clinic that provides intensive treatment for children and young people with eating disorders. both NHS and Private.

Ellern Mede Group has UK's most specialised eating disorder treatment centres offering services both to children and young adults, both outpatient and inpatient. The Ellern Mede Group is an Eating Disorder Service dedicated to delivering compassionate and intensive inpatient treatment for young people and young adults. As leaders in high dependency services across the UK, our focus is supporting individuals with the most complex or long-term difficulties. In addition, we provide early intervention and post-discharge support. All our hospitals provide a high dependency intensive treatment programme for the most complex or challenging cases, as well as a range of more general eating disorder programmes. We provide physical and psychiatric re-stabilisation, sufficient to discharge to local Child Adolescent Mental Health Services. All our units are set in grounds where patients can have outdoor activities. We employ first class clinical professionals. Family involvement and group support are key in the recovery treatment process. On site we have an Ofsted registered school who provide tuition up to A level. As well as a varied and stimulating education syllabus, we offer holiday time activities.

02/03/2026

Activities from this month💫

During February half term we’ve had some brilliant group and 1:1 activities on the ward. From paint by numbers and a beautiful Lego Taj Mahal build, to jigsaws now proudly displayed on the walls, there’s been lots of creativity and focus.

One young person has been inspired by Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir, creating drawings and an air-drying clay model to decorate her space. We’ve also seen crochet, quilling, Hama bead keyrings, pottery café trips and thoughtful handmade gifts for family members.

Head to our newsletter to read more about everything we’ve been up to.

26/02/2026

Following Eating Disorder Awareness Week, we are taking action - not just raising awareness, but creating meaningful change.

At Ellern Mede, we are launching our Lived Experience Advisory Group - a space where real experiences shape how services are designed, delivered and improved.

Have you used eating disorder services - or supported someone who has?

Your voice matters. It can help strengthen care for others.

We are inviting individuals in recovery, parents, carers and family members to join us in building a trusted community rooted in lived experience. No professional background is needed - just openness, curiosity and a willingness to collaborate.

As part of the group, you could help:

💜Shape staff training and learning

❤️Review case scenarios and materials

💜Contribute to service development and audits

❤️Strengthen policies and procedures

💜Improve information for patients and families

Meetings take place online via Teams on the first Monday of every other month at 5.45pm. Involvement is voluntary and flexible - you choose if, when and how you contribute.

Recovery is possible. Services can evolve. Community creates change.

Join us and make a difference. 💛

24/02/2026

Eating Disorder Awareness Week💜

This week we are sending love and support to everyone affected by an eating disorder.

To those in recovery.
To those waiting for help.
To those relapsing and feeling discouraged.
To families and friends walking alongside someone they care about.

Recovery is not linear, but it is possible. Nobody should ever be given up on.

If this week feels heavy, please know you are not alone. We are holding hope with you.

23/02/2026

For Eating Disorder Awareness Week 2026, we want to share a powerful message from someone who has been through recovery and wants others to hold on to hope.

‘My main message is that nobody should ever be given up on and recovery is possible.’

Martha bravely shared her story with us, and her full journey is now live as a blog on our website. Her words are a reminder that even in the darkest moments, change can happen, support matters, and hope is real.

This week especially, we stand with everyone affected by eating disorders. You are not alone, and you are not beyond help. Recovery is possible. 💛

Read more about Martha’s story on our website.

18/02/2026

There’s so much misinformation out there about eating disorders, and those myths can stop people from getting the support they need. 💬

Eating disorders are about much more than food, they’re about how a person is trying to cope with distress, emotion and control.

Let’s challenge the myths, listen with compassion, and help create space for honest conversations and early support. 🤍

Info from NHS website

17/02/2026

We’re proud to spotlight Yetty Agunbiade, our Registered Hospital Manager, in the latest edition of our patient newsletter💜

With extensive experience in eating disorder services, Yetty brings deep clinical expertise, steady leadership and a strong commitment to compassionate, person-centred care. Her insight into creating a least restrictive practice environment reflects the values we hold at Ellern Mede every day - consistency, trust, clear communication and strong therapeutic relationships.

Yetty speaks about the importance of patients feeling heard, understood and supported, and how this reduces the need for restrictive interventions while maintaining safety, autonomy and dignity. It’s a powerful reminder that recovery-focused care is built on relationships.

We’re incredibly grateful for the knowledge and dedication she brings to our service and to the young people and families we support.

12/02/2026

This year, Eating Disorder Awareness Week is all about community 🤍

Throughout the week we’ll be sharing tips, stories, and reflections to help strengthen understanding and connection around recovery.

We’re also creating a special patient newsletter to further support recovery within our service - written by Hope Virgo and Shannon Scott. We’re so proud to bring lived experience and professional insight together in a way that feels empowering, hopeful and accessible.

Community matters. Recovery doesn’t happen in isolation - and neither does change.

10/02/2026

Today’s patient activity at Ellern Mede was baking - and honestly, it’s never just about the cake.

Baking creates such a gentle space for connection. Measuring, mixing, waiting for things to rise - it slows everything down. It encourages teamwork, conversation, and those small moments of pride when something comes out of the oven that you made.

In eating disorder recovery, food can feel complicated. Activities like this help rebuild trust - not just with food, but with ourselves and each other. It’s about confidence, creativity, and holding that hope in the everyday.

And yes… the kitchen smelled amazing. 🍰✨

09/02/2026

💜 Rosie’s story, Children’s Mental Health Week 💜

“Ellern Mede saved Rosie’s life. The support she received was phenomenal, and the care and love shown to our family went far beyond any job description.”

During Children’s Mental Health Week, we’re sharing Rosie’s story to highlight just how life-changing compassionate, specialist support can be for children and young people - and their families.

Rosie’s journey is one of courage, care, and hope. We’ve published a blog sharing more of her story, in her family’s own words. You can read it via the link in our bio.

To every child who is struggling, and every family walking alongside them - you are not alone 💜

Blog: https://ellernmede.org/2026/02/03/rosies-story/
Or click link in our story💜

05/02/2026

It’s Time to Talk Day 💬💜

Just a reminder that:
- It’s okay to not be okay
- It’s okay to talk about it
- It’s okay to ask for help

You don’t have to go through stuff alone.
A text. A call. A chat. A walk.
Small talks still count.

Check in with a friend today - or let someone check in with you 💕

03/02/2026

Beautiful artwork from patients this month🎨🖼️

02/02/2026

Our latest blog New blog post 📝

Our latest blog shares Grace’s journey, living with ARFID and autism, told honestly from a family perspective. It explores how sensory sensitivities, fear, and gaps in support can deeply affect young people - and highlights the urgent need for better understanding and specialist care.

This is a powerful reminder that eating disorders don’t always look the same, and that compassion, patience, and community support make a real difference.

You can read the full blog now on our website💜

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