What Is Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP)?

If you live with pain or disability, you might realize that you no longer dedicate much time to the activities you enjoy the most. Maybe you don’t have the energy to do them, or perhaps managing your condition takes up much of your time. 

The Progressive Goal Attainment Program, or PGAP, could be your best route to fulfillment. Our multidisciplinary team at Delaware NeuroRehab in Dover, Newark, and Lewes, Delaware, guides you through PGAP to rehabilitate you and help you recover. 

The goal of PGAP is to optimize your recovery, allowing you to work, engage in your favorite activities, and enjoy improved well-being. Here’s everything you should know about the program.

Who benefits from PGAP? 

PGAP can benefit anyone who experiences daily challenges due to a physical illness, physical injury, mental illness, or brain injury. 

Delaware NeuroRehab gives you an initial assessment for PGAP to see if you might benefit from the program. Then, you’ll watch a quick video about the program and have a chance to ask questions to help you decide if you’re interested. 

What to expect from PGAP

According to the program’s developer, Dr. Michael Sullivan, the goals of PGAP are to identify and reduce psychosocial risk factors that slow your recovery. If you decide to proceed with PGAP, you can expect to work with one of our dedicated rehabilitation specialists. 

PGAP follows a standardized workbook, but you create a path toward your own goals. Your rehabilitation specialist uses strategies like:

• Education
• Helping you set goals
• Teaching self-management skills
• Mobilization
• Offering encouragement

After assessing your risk factors, we work closely with you during weekly 30-60-minute sessions. Over 10 weeks, we support you as you gradually return to the lifestyle you had before your injury or health condition.   

Conveniently, PGAP sessions can be in-person, online, or even over the phone. We encourage you to be open about your greatest challenges related to your condition or injury and to be aware of how you react when feeling challenged. 

Getting the most from PGAP

You can gain the most from PGAP by approaching the program with an optimistic, goal-oriented mindset. Although we are there for support and encouragement, your determination is what drives your progress. 

Plan on staying dedicated to your program for the entire 10-week program so you can have the best chance at reaching your personal recovery goals. 

Learn more about PGAP

Get in touch for answers to your questions about PGAP. Call Delaware NeuroRehab or request an appointment online for your initial assessment today.