Transitional Rehabilitation Program

What's the Transitional Rehabilitation Program (TRP) all about?

The Transitional Rehabilitation Program (TRP) is designed for clients who are likely to be placed in independent or semi-independent living arrangements in the community when their stay st SLPRC is concluded. The focus of the program is therefore the development of the skills--in living, working, learning, and socializing--necessary for functioning independently as a member of the community.

In basic terms, this means that TRP is here to help consumers set goals for their lives, then develop the skills they'll need to realize those goals. The TRP staff will work in partnership with the consumers through different phases of the program--readiness assessment and development, goal setting, and skill development & practice--to support their recovery from mental illness and augment your progress towards release. The ultimate goal is for consumers to get the skills and support needed in order to be successful and satisfied living in the community.

How does this program work?

The program is divided into three stages:

1. Getting Ready to Set Goals - The first stage is called Readiness Assessment and Readiness Development. During this stage, consumers talk a lot about past living, working, learning and socializing experiences. This helps to find consumers' strengths. The work during this stage help build trust which is important as the consumers develop support groups for their recovery.
2. Choosing Goals and Making Plans - During this stage consumers begin choosing an Overall rehabilitation Goal. Whatever the goal, it's something the consumer want to do that can realistically be accomplished.
3. Getting and Practicing Skills - During this stage consumers work on getting the skills needed and then practicing them so that they stay with them. Often, new skills are learned with the help of staff members.

Last modified: 05/11/07