Wellness Recovery Action Plan (WRAP) is a program that incorporates hope, personal responsibility, education, self-advocacy and support for people living with mental health problems. It is defined in the book “Wellness Recovery Action Plan,” by Mary Ellen Copeland, Peach Press, 1997.

• WRAP Five Key Concepts
  1. Hope
  2. Personal Responsibility
  3. Education
  4. Self-Advocacy
  5. Support
• WRAP Components
  1. Daily Maintenance Plan
  2. Triggers
  3. Early Warning Signs
  4. When Things are Breaking Down
  5. Crisis Plan / Advance Directive
  6. Post Crisis Plan

Dimensions to Recovery
Defined by Howard Clinebell in “Well Being – A Personal Plan For Exploring & Enriching The 7 Dimensions of Life,” San Francisco: Harper, 1992.

• Mind – Psychotherapy, Hope, Self Esteem, Education
• Body – Nourishment, Medication, Rest, Exercise, Symptom Management, Medical Care
• Relationships – Friendships, Family Support, Peer Support, Acceptance, Helping Others
• Environmental – Housing, Connecting with Nature, Adequate Finances
• Spirit – Spiritual Practice, Religious Community, Find Meaning in Suffering
• Work – Meaningful Occupation, Creative Expression
• Play – Fun, Hobbies, Entertainment, Laughter