by Sarah Farmer | Nov 8, 2022 | Blog, Elements of WRAP, Key Concepts, Mental Health, Wellbeing, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics, WRAP Programs & Groups, WRAP Publications & Events
Worldwide wellness program has helped millions in recovery from mental health issues, addiction and other life challenges SUDBURY, Mass. — Wellness Recovery Action Plan® (WRAP), a self-directed wellness process used by people around the world, is celebrating its 25th...
by Lynn Miller | Oct 26, 2022 | Blog, Creating & Using Your WRAP, Implementation & Evidence, Mental Health, Wellness Toolbox, Wellness, Recovery & Lifestyle Topics
Emotional Wellness Month is a reminder to take a few moments each day (even just 5 minutes) to disconnect from life stressors, social media, work, family responsibilities, or whatever is keeping you from feeling calm. Take time to focus on your wellness. Schedule time...
by Dawn Heffernan | Oct 11, 2022 | Blog, Creating & Using Your WRAP, Daily Plan, Elements of WRAP, Key Concepts, Mental Health
World Mental Health Day was October 10. It’s a globally recognized day for mental health education, awareness, and advocacy, and a good reminder to take care of ourselves. Together we can reduce the stigma—and start healthy conversations—around mental health...
by Sarah Farmer | Sep 28, 2022 | Addictions, Blog, Families, Mental Health, Trauma
Thanks to Robert Ortiz and Lee Horton for sharing their lived experience with recovery to honor Recovery Month. We at WRAP celebrate everyone in recovery and those on the path toward it—whether it be from mental health issues, substance use, or some other type of...
by Sarah Farmer | Sep 13, 2022 | Blog, Key Concepts, Mental Health, Stressors & Triggers, Trauma, Wellness Toolbox
September is Recovery Month, a time to celebrate and honor all who are in recovery— or starting on their recovery journey—from mental health issues and substance use disorders. Learn below how WRAP helped Lisa St. George with her mental health recovery. When I Met...
by Mary Ellen Copeland | Aug 23, 2022 | Blog, Key Concepts, Mental Health, Signs that Things are Breaking Down, Stressors & Triggers, WRAP Programs & Groups
Looking Forward to the Next 25 Years of WRAP! By Mary Ellen Copeland, Ph.D. This month twenty-five years ago, a bold group of peers decided they wanted and needed a different way to work toward recovery and wellness, a way that would allow them to live the life of...