abuse intervention program

The Abuse Intervention Program (AIP) is designed to teach perpetrators of domestic violence effective tools to live life abuse-free.  The program provides intervention and education services to those who perpetrate domestic violence.  Participants benefit through:

• Enhanced quality of intimate partner relationships
• Improved communication with their intimate partner
• Being a better role model for their children

Participants of the AIP program have had the following comments about their experiences:

 "I hated my Dad for what he did to my Mom, then I followed in his footsteps.  I learned how to not be like my Dad."

"I'm a better husband, father, brother and son - a better person all around."

 "At first, I resented having to come, but I ended up learning a lot about myself."

"I didn't realize how much I was hurting my kids.  They seem so much happier since things have changed in our home."

Contact the YWCA at 410-626-7800 ext. 210 for more information about the Abuse Intervention Program.

women's alternative to violence (WAV)

The Women's Alternative to Violence program is specifically designed for women who have demonstrated physical violence toward their intimate partner or children.  The program is similar to the Abuse Intervention Program with specific differences to most appropriately serve a female perpetrator of violence.

Contact the YWCA at 410.626.7800 ext. 220 for more information about the WAV program.