Avoidant Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID) TEST ONLY

During the most intensive stage of Online Day Care, a young person may need to step away from school or college for a short period to focus on stabilisation and recovery. During this time, Orri can liaise with teachers and other relevant professionals, with appropriate consent, as part of a coordinated multidisciplinary approach. As recovery progresses, the intensity of treatment can be gradually reduced. This allows education and other aspects of everyday life to be reintroduced at a pace that reflects the young person’s clinical needs and capacity. We work collaboratively with families, schools and other professionals to help treatment fit around a young person’s existing circumstances, which may include flexible timetables or a phased return to school. Our aim is to support recovery while helping young people maintain the routines, relationships and activities that are important to them.

Online Day Care may be suitable for young people aged 13–17 who need more structured and intensive support for an eating disorder than can be provided through standard outpatient care, but who can be safely supported within their home and community. Every young person is assessed individually to understand their needs, risks and circumstances before we recommend the most appropriate level of support.

Treatment considers developmental needs, school schedules, and family dynamics.

Yes, support is available for parents and carers through therapy and guidance.

Orri supports young people aged 13 and above.

Our clients follow a structured programme of therapeutic groups, supported meals and individual sessions, with regular breaks throughout the day. Full-day sessions run from 10:15am to 4pm, while part-day options are available depending on each person’s needs, circumstances and clinical assessment. Individual psychological therapy, dietetics and occupational therapy are woven into the timetable where needed.

A young person’s voice and circumstances are important parts of our approach. We recognise that engaging with eating disorder treatment can feel difficult, particularly when part of them may not yet feel ready to recover. Our assessment process helps us understand their individual needs, risks and capacity to engage, so we can consider what is the right level of support and how best to work alongside them and their family.

Teenagers can access Outpatient, Online, or Day Treatment services.