This non-scripted program is based on years of research experience by Mary Ellen Copeland. She was assisted in its development by Program Manager, Ed Anthes.  Patti Smith, Graphics Designer, created the PowerPoint Presentation that includes over 200 recovery-focused slides.  The CD-ROM also includes a video introduction by Mary Ellen Copeland.  The curriculum package includes:

• Section I: specific instructions on all aspects of setting up, implementing, adapting, and facilitating Mental Health Recovery including Wellness Recovery Action Planning workshops and seminars;
  
• Section II: thumbnail sketches of each transparency included on the CD-ROM;
  
• Section III: supporting activities, handouts, and discussion topics; and
  
• Section IV: an extensive list of related resources for the facilitator.

While not specifically intended for use in working with individuals, it can certainly be used in that way, and the curriculum includes information on addressing this possibility.

This curriculum is the training format that Mary Ellen uses to accompany her five-day Mental Health Recovery: WRAP Facilitator Certification.  It can also be used by anyone who is familiar with Mary Ellen's Mental Health Recovery work, including her focus on Wellness Recovery Action Planning.  The materials are specific to facilitating Mary Ellen's WRAP workshop, Mental Health Recovery: Introduction to Recovery and WRAP and is not necessarily a resource to be used in developing other kinds of programs.  However, some facilitators and programs are sucessfully using this Recovery/WRAP focus in combination with other programs.

This popular educational evidence-based curriculum presents an approach which is complementary to, but not a replacement for, other mental health treatment protocols.  It is flexible and easily adaptable to meet different needs.  A variety of formats, timelines, and activities are included.  You will have at your disposal a thorough framework that will allow you to design a program that best meets your needs.