The Juvenile Fire Intervention Program provides assessment services and education for children or adolescents who have a history of fire setting behavior, including curiosity, attempted fires, match play, lighter play, and arson. The program provides an initial screening that determines a client’s motivation to attend the program, followed by a 10-week psycho-educational class that focuses on the prevention of fires. The course also addresses fire safety, fire science, coping techniques, and personal responsibility.
The Juvenile Fire Intervention Program serves boys and girls ages 2 to 17, and is tailored to the age of the participating child.