Holistic Recovery Day Program

Holistic Recovery Day Program

The Holistic Recovery Day Program is a structured, recovery-oriented program designed to support individuals living with psychosocial disability to build skills, confidence, and independence in everyday life.

The program focuses on capacity building, meaningful participation, and personal growth. It provides a supportive and inclusive space where individuals can connect with others, develop practical life skills, and work toward their personal recovery goals.

Program Purpose

The purpose of the Holistic Recovery Day Program is to build participants’ capacity to live a more independent, confident, and connected life within the community.

Through a range of purposeful group-based activities, the program supports individuals to:

  • Develop practical life and social skills
  • Strengthen confidence and self-esteem
  • Improve emotional regulation and wellbeing
  • Increase community participation
  • Work toward personal, social, and vocational goals

The program is informed by occupational therapy principles, with input from an Occupational Therapist to ensure activities are purposeful, goal-oriented, and focused on building functional capacity.

What We Offer

The Day Program includes a range of structured group activities that may include:

  • Art & Creative Expression
  • Life Skills & Daily Living
  • MasterChef Experience
  • Build Your Skills
  • Community & Social Groups
  • Outdoor & Recreational Activities
  • Employment Readiness & Volunteering Pathways

Activities are adapted to individual goals, interests, and capacity, and are delivered in a supportive, trauma-informed manner.

Monthly & Special Activities

In addition to regular group activities, participants may have access to:

  • Monthly social and community-based activities
  • Local events and cultural celebrations
  • Community outings and excursions
  • Optional overnight or extended experiences

These activities support real-world skill development, confidence in new environments, and meaningful community connection.

Outcomes

As a capacity-building program, the Holistic Recovery Day Program is designed to support participants to make measurable progress over time. Outcomes may include:

  • Increased independence in daily living skills
  • Improved confidence and self-esteem
  • Stronger social and communication skills
  • Improved emotional regulation and wellbeing
  • Increased community participation
  • Greater clarity around personal strengths and goals
  • Improved readiness for employment, volunteering, or further supports

What to Expect

The Holistic Recovery Day Program is delivered as a capacity-building support, with a strong focus on progress, reflection, and outcomes.

Participants can expect:

  • A goal-focused program informed by occupational therapy principles
  • Activities designed to build skills that can be applied in everyday life
  • Ongoing support to reflect on strengths, progress, and areas for growth

Progress Monitoring & Reporting

To support transparency and meaningful outcomes:

  • Asix-monthly progress report is provided outlining participant progress, skill development, and capacity gains
  • Progress updates can be shared with the participant, their Support Coordinator, and/or family (with consent)
  • Participants are supported to complete aself-assessment to reflect on their own growth, confidence, and skill development over the six-month period

This combined approach ensures the program remains person-centred, outcomes-focused, and aligned with capacity-building goals.