WRAP or “wraparound” services refer to a holistic, comprehensive, and strengths-based service model for children and young people with serious behavioral and mental health needs who are at risk of placement in a restrictive home setting (i.e. a short-term residential treatment center or juvenile detention center).

WRAP services can be provided through special education as a related service if they are necessary for the child to benefit from special education. School districts often contract with their local county mental health providers to provide WRAP services.

Students can also receive WRAP services through the child welfare or juvenile justice system. These WRAP providers often attend IEP meetings to coordinate services across the home, school and the community.