mary ellen copeland, phd october 2010 enhancing wrap with dr. mary ellen copeland enhancing wrap...
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Mary Ellen Copeland,
PhD
October
2010
Enhancing WRAP with Dr. Mary Ellen Copeland
Enhancing WRAP Webinar
Essential Learning
www.WRAPandRecoveryBooks.com
Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery
www.copelandcenter.com
WRAP and Recovery Books
www.WRAPandRecoveryBooks.comwww.MentalHealthRecovery.com
Goals
To give you ideas for enhancing:
1. The process of developing your WRAP
2. The work of a WRAP group
3. Facilitation of a WRAP Group
4. Working with individuals on developing a WRAP
ObjectivesObjectives
Overview of WRAP
Considerations in WRAP development
Activities to be used in a WRAP group
Suggestions for WRAP group facilitators
Ideas for WRAP One-on-One-work
OverviewOverview
Wellness Toolbox
Daily Maintenance Plan
Identifying Triggers and an Action Plan
Identifying Early Warning Signs and an Action Plan
Identifying Signs that things are Breaking Down & an
Action Plan
Crisis Plan or Advance Directive
Post Crisis Plan
Keys to Enhancing WRAPKeys to Enhancing WRAP
Choice of Format Choice of Format
Summary of your WRAP-key points that you can carry with you
Build Your Own WRAP Program On-line
Three Ring BinderOther kinds of notebooksSmall notebook
Computer program
Forms in various resources
Phone—WRAP application
Wall Poster
Where you keep itWhere you keep it
On your computer, phoneBy your bedsideOn a tableOn the wallOn the refrigeratorIn your pocket
Strong Wellness ToolboxStrong Wellness Toolbox
Think about it every day so it’s on top
Think of it as a way of life
Represents a change in how we think about each day and how we think about our life
We are in control—there are things we can do to make our life the way we want it to be
Enhancing WRAPEnhancing WRAP
Over several days,
consider everything
-large or small-
that you do to stay well or
help yourself feel better
Ideas- They’re Everywhere!Ideas- They’re Everywhere!
Self help books, magazines
Friends, family members, care providers
Wellness Tools blog on WRAPandRecoveryBooks.com
Keeping Close TrackKeeping Close Track
On-going revisions
Journaling, exchange listening
Creative arts
Meditation
WRAP Supporters
WRAP Support group
Counseling
Activities for a WRAP GroupActivities for a WRAP Group
Sticky notes
Reading Vignettes from WRAP Stories
Role PlaysCreative Arts
Tape recorders
Activities for a WRAP GroupActivities for a WRAP Group
•Making slides
•Writing/journaling
•Making transparencies
•Developing Power Point presentations
Activities for a WRAP GroupActivities for a WRAP Group
“When I think” Activity
Music Demonstrations
PostersBrainstorming
Problem solving activity
Relaxation/Visualization Exercises
Presenters from the community
Stories from people who have been using WRAP for a long time
Activities for a WRAP GroupActivities for a WRAP Group
Reflection breaks
Social activities
Activities for a WRAP GroupActivities for a WRAP Group
Facilitator ConsiderationsFacilitator Considerations
Learning Space Accessible
Light
Participant GuidelinesParticipant Guidelines
1. Used as a reference point
2. Update as needed
Values and EthicsValues and Ethics
Give the values and Ethics checklist to the participants
From time to time ask the participants how they feel you are doing
Take corrective action based on THEIR concerns
Accommodate for Special NeedsAccommodate for Special Needs
Arrange sign language and/or other kinds of interpretation.
Volunteers record resources for people who are visually impaired or
who learn best by listening.
Accommodate for Special NeedsAccommodate for Special Needs
Restricted settings like prisons or jails, focus on things people can control in their lives,
like what they will eat, what they will read and who they spend time with.
For Each SessionFor Each Session
First Contact1. Coming to a group for the first time is difficult for
anyone. 2. First contact when a person arrives can make
the difference between whether or not a person continues.
3. Greet people as they come in the door.
Good morning!Wecome!
HousekeepingHousekeeping
Review Basic Housekeeping Information
Location of Rest Rooms Smoking Rules
Time for breaks & the ending time
Availability of food & water
AgendaAgenda
Post it on the wall
Review topics that have been covered previously and share the plans for the session
Remind people about the Participant Guidelines
Check- InCheck- In
Have a check-in activity that helps people feel comfortable and begin thinking about
working on WRAP.
Questions need to be quick and easy for people to answer and should not include
in-depth self-disclosure.
Check- InCheck- InPossible questions:
What have you done recently to support your recovery?
What is one thing that you learned at the
previous session?
What do you do well?
What do you enjoy doing in your free time?
What is one word that describes how you are feeling right now?
Where is your favorite place (now or at some past time)?
ClosingClosing
At the end of the session, each person can share what
was most helpful about the lesson:
What was not helpful
What they plan to do before the
next session to further enhance their recovery
Something they are looking forward to
Working One on OneWorking One on One
WRAP One on One On-line Course
Take the other on-line courses about the parts of WRAP to insure that you are familiar with it
Read one or more of the many WRAP resources at www.WRAPandRecoveryBooks.com
Working One on OneWorking One on One
Choose a place that feels comfortable and safe to work
Times that are convenient to both of you
Can all be done at sessions or the person can take it home to work on
Working One on OneWorking One on One
Continue to follow the WRAP Values and Ethics—covered these in other webinars
Non-hierarchical
It’s up to the person what is in it
You are working “with”—not a teaching role
Working One on OneWorking One on One
If the person needs you to write, write it exactly as they state it.
Working One on OneWorking One on One
You may need to share the WRAP process with the person as you go along
Give an overview at first, then refer back to it over time
Person could have a WRAP book, WRAP Plus or be using the on-line course
ResourcesResources
Copeland Center for Wellness and Recovery for:
Speakers, and all levels of Training & Facilitation
www.CopelandCenter.com
Essential Learning
Complete selection of on-line learning options
www.MentalHealthRecovery.com
Resources
Online Resources
• Mental Health Recovery and WRAP® - Wellness Recovery Action Plan
A group for anyone interested in learning more about WRAP
• WRAP FacilitatorsFor all WRAP Facilitators
• Copeland Center for Wellness and RecoveryLearn the latest news from the Copeland Center
• Mary Ellen Copeland - Mental Health Recovery & WRAP®Those interested in Mental Health Wellness and Recovery can share ideas, thoughts and events
• Essential LearningThe largest provider of e-learning services for the human service industry
WRAParoundtheworld.com
• Add your stories• List your WRAP
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Thank you all for joining me today,
I hope you found this helpful!!
Questions??
Thank you!!