Gifts of Support for Friend Battling an Eating Disorder?

Question by Rebecca: Gifts of support for friend battling an eating disorder?
A friend of mine is preparing to leave for a camp to help her beat her fight with an eating disorder. Her friends and family want to send her a care package to show her that we support her… Ideas for what we might send?

Best answer:

Answer by princess10
Maybe send a gift basket with candles, lotions, soaps, and maybe even a stuffed animal for comfort. :]

Answer by Lil’ Dog
Letters would probably be great. Funny cards, puzzle books, reading books. Maybe a certificate for when she comes home that you will all go have a girls day at the beauty shop.


 

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