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Alternatives To Violence
The Alternatives to Violence Program is dedicated to stopping domestic violence by changing behavior. The program teaches alternatives to anger, rape, fear, isolation, and desperation that are part of the abusive relationship. The goal is to enable abusers to identify alternate ways of dealing with emotions without the use of violence. Participants may voluntarily participate, but most are referred by the judicial systems.
Philosophy
of Alternatives To Violence
- Apologies and remorse do not stop domestic violence.
- The period of calm and closeness after an abusive episode does not mean it will never happen again.
- The only way to change behavior is for the abuser to take responsibility.
The abuser has to:
- Admit the abuse
- Seek help
- Identify the reason for the abusive behavior
- Replace the behavior with reasonable altenatives.
Altenatives
To Violence Services
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Assessment
- 26-week group sessions
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Criminal justice/legal coordination
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Case tracking
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Information and referral
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Community education and training.