Why do we provide this programme?
The PiLaR programme is delivered by Bodywhys, in support of the HSE’s Model of Care for Eating Disorders.
What do we focus on?
Understanding eating disorders, the mindset of a person, how to manage at home | Dealing with meal times, routines, different behaviours and triggers |
Recovery – what is the recovery process and how does it happen? | Coping with relapse |
Communication, active listening skills | Dealing with rejection/shut down/anger |
Helping a person to accept help |
Who can attend?
Please note – the programme is for family members or friends, not the person experiencing the illness.
The content and focus of the PiLaR is for you, as a family member. The programme provides a space for you to receive support in your role as parent/carer.
Professionals or clinicians may attend week 1 only. The programme does not provide CPD training.
COVID19/Coronavirus
For supports doing COVID19, please see here.
2021

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History of PiLaR
- Antrim, Athlone, Carlow/Kilkenny and Cavan/Monaghan
- Cork, Donegal and Dublin
- Galway, Kerry, Laois, Limerick and Mayo
- Sligo, Tipperary, Waterford and Westmeath
- Online – during Coronavirus (Covid-19)
Evaluation by UCD
- An evaluation of the PiLaR programme, by UCD, was published on 26/02/19.
- You can read the PiLaR Evaluation Report – PDF here.
Programme feedback