Resources

We have lots of resources to share and are in the process of building a searchable database to easily access them. In the meantime we are featuring a few of our resources and videos here. To receive notice of new resources, trainings, Wraparound Academies, and more, be sure to sign up to receive our emails.

Detail of Infographic with basic information about wrapround which reads Wraparound is a team-based, family-centered approach providing intensive, individualized support that helps youth remain safely at home and connected to their communities. Phase 1 Engage the Family and team. Phase 2 plan creation. Phase 3 plan implementation. Phase 4 transition.

Basics of Wraparound

This recently developed infographic outlines the phases, principles, intended population, and unique elements of Wraparound. Easy to download, print, and share!

View graphic

Wraparound Care Coordination vs Case Management

This comparison highlights the benefits of care coordination through the Wraparound Model. Compare the foundational differences, as well as the differences in teams, planning, quality, and outcomes between Wraparound and traditional case management.

View graphic

image depicting detail of chart outlining differences between wraparound and case management which reads Foundational Differences philosophy of care case management youth behavior. Wraparound coordination underlying needs addresses family context through family story. Focuses on underlying needs.
detail of one of the many care coordination activities outlined in this graphic which reads monthly ongoing activities for families team meetings, family check-ins, system meetings all hours are face to face 54 hours. planning and documentation no face to face hours 30 hours. Coordination and communication with team members no face to face hours 40 hours. Supervision and internal meetings no face to face hours 8 hours. drive time travel time for face to face contacts 20 hours. Total for 10 families 157 hours. key takeaway coordinators dedicate over one third of their time to direct family or team interaction ensuring deeper engagement and supports team planning.

Understanding Care Coordination

Gain an understanding of Wraparound care coordination activities as you explore this visual overview of the typical workload and expectations for one full-time (40-hour FTE) Wraparound care coordinator. This data-rich graphic is based on a time study conducted within a state-wide designated care management entity (CME).

View graphic

A Handbook for Families

This Wraparound Process User's Guide serves as a road map for families and young people who have been referred to Wraparound. This guide will familiarize you with the basics of Wraparound, including Wraparound values, key terms, and the main activities that you can expect during each of Wraparound’s four phases.

View graphic

image of families with wraparound process user's guide. a handbook for families. national wraparound initiative.
woman and child looking at computer

Resource Guide

Connect with all our partners and check out our videos!

View graphic

Videos

Explore these three animated videos that explain the basics of Wraparound, the history and development of the model, and how the model works with other evidence-based practices. For a full list of our Wraparound videos, explore the National Wraparound Initiative YouTube channel!

Introduction to Wraparound

This short animated video is an introduction to Wraparound. It describes why this care coordination process was created, and how its team approach helps children and youth who experience serious mental health or behavioral challenges, and their families.

Wraparound: Bringing Systems Together

This video traces the evolution of the Wraparound care model, highlighting essential system-level conditions that support effective implementation. It also demonstrates how Wraparound delivers cost effective, positive outcomes.

 

Coordinating Wraparound with Evidence Based Practice

This video describes the complementary relationship between Evidence-Based Practices (EBPs) and Wraparound and explains why both are essential for Systems of Care.