Moving On Program
Is a gender-specific program that addresses many risk factors that can lead to a woman's criminal behavior. The program provides women with alternatives to criminal activity by helping them identify and mobilize personal and community resources.
- It is an open-ended intervention program that allows continuous intake.
- It draws on the evidence-based treatment models of relational theory and cognitive-behavioral therapy
- It is administered in a group setting
Program content is organized around four main themes:
1.Encouraging personal responsibility and enhancing motivation for change
2.Expanding connections and building healthy relationships
3.Skill enhancement, development, and maintenance
4.Relaxation and stress management skills
Modules Outline:
- Modules 1 and 6: Orientation and Transitions
- Module 2: Listening and Being Heard – 5 individual group lessons
- Module 3: Building Healthy Relationships – 4 individual group lessons
- Module 4: Expressing Emotions – 4 individual group lessons
- Module 5: Making Connections and Staying Healthy (5 Individual Group Lessons)
Features of the Moving On program include:
- Focuses on responsivity issues for women participants
- Helps women identify and mobilize both personal and community resources
- Based on an educational and cognitive skill-building approach
Moving On Rules:
- Program duration is 11 weeks and meets twice a week
- Participants will be assessed to determine risk level
- Participants will be required to submit to a drug screen
- Fee is $100.00, $50.00 due prior to the beginning of class and $50.00 due before completion. $25 fee for participants if coupled with Home Detention. Fees must be paid before you can be successfully discharged from the program.
- Must agree to the rules and terms of the program.