NextSteps
The NextSteps program is based on the principles of self-management. The self-management approach to health recognizes that YOU play the most important role in your recovery. NextSteps teaches you how to become more active and take control of your recovery. It uses techniques that have been scientifically proven to increase one’s self confidence and sense of empowerment. NextSteps teaches you the skills to become an active self manager of your health and your life.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF ENROLLING IN NEXTSTEPS?
Some benefits of enrolling in NextSteps include:
- Gaining greater confidence in your abilities to help yourself down the road to recovery.
- Setting goals for yourself, following a plan for achieving these goals and feeling improvements in your health and well being.
- Being better prepared to handle ups and downs as you progres towards recovery.
- Learning from the experiences of other survivors.
- Enjoying yourself and enjoying your life!
WHAT DOES PARTICIPATING IN NEXTSTEPS INVOLVE?
When you enroll in the program, you will join a “class” of 8-12 other trauma survivors. Over eight weeks, your group will meet once per week for about 90 minutes. This interactive program lets you explore the ways your life has changed since your injury and how to move forward. You take part in group discussions where you can share your experiences and learn from others who are facing similar challenges. Each meeting will cover subjects such as handling depression and grief, dealing with friends and family, working with health professionals, managing anxiety, and getting back on track.
Each group is led by a trained NextSteps group leader and a group facilitator. Either the group leader or the facilitator is a trauma survivor.
HOW DO I JOIN THE NEXTSTEPS PROGRAM?
If you wish to join a NextSteps class that meets in your area, you can look at the programs offered by your trauma center. Please note that you will be required to register with the TSN in order to join a NextSteps class. You can also contact the TSN Coordinator of your trauma center to find out more about NextSteps.
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