Drivers' Intervention Programs (DIP)

Empowering Lives • Encouraging Accountability • Inspiring Change

At Empowering Minds, we are dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate life’s challenging transitions with dignity, insight and hope. Whether you’re seeking personal growth, professional development or court-mandated programming, our approach is rooted in compassion, integrity and actionable tools for transformation.

Court-Certified Drivers’ Intervention Program (DIP)

If you’ve been convicted of an OVI/OWI in Ohio and your court has ordered completion of a certified Drivers’ Intervention Program, we are here to support you through the process. Our program meets the requirements set by the Ohio Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services (OMHAS) and the provisions of the Ohio Revised Code (Sections 1547.99 and 4511.19).

Why choose our DIP?

  • We offer a 72-hour residential format which allows many first-time OVI offenders an alternative to a mandatory jail term.
  • We provide a respectful, structured environment designed to help you understand the physical, psychological, social, and legal implications of driving while impaired.
  • Our focus is education and empowerment — not just fulfilling a court requirement, but helping you make meaningful changes for the future.

What to expect

  • Check-in begins on Thursday evening between 4:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. and the program concludes on Sunday evening by 4:00 p.m.
  • You’ll reside onsite for the full duration — departure or late arrival will require restarting the program to stay compliant.
  • During the weekend, the curriculum covers topics including
    • Levels of license suspension & revocation, fines and incarceration consequences.
    • Blood Alcohol Content (BAC), drug impairment, definitions of legal impairment.
    • Symptoms of alcohol and other substance use disorders; the progressive nature of dependence.
    • Physical, psychological, and social consequences of substance use & the impact on driving performance.
  • Meals, lodging, educational materials and certificate of completion are included in the pricing for each program.
  • Upon successful completion, we issue your certificate for court submission and fax completion data to the ordering court and Ohio Department of Motor Vehicles.

Who is eligible?

The program is intended for first-time OVI/OWI offenders who meet the eligibility criteria set by the court and OMHAS.

If your case is more complex (repeat offenses, concurrent charges), speak with your attorney or probation officer to confirm eligibility for the DIP option.

Why Our Approach Makes a Difference

At Empowering Minds, we believe this weekend is more than “just something to check off.” It’s an opportunity to

  • Pause and reflect on what led to the incident — not to shame, but to understand.
  • Gain concrete strategies to avoid future driving-while-impaired risks — for your safety and the safety of others.
  • Fulfill your legal requirement in a way that promotes lasting change and improved decision-making.
  • Walk away with the certificate you need — allowing you to move forward responsibly.

Get Started Today

Call us at (567) 315-1710 or (419) 308-9859 or complete our online registration form to secure your spot. Please have the following information ready:

  • Court Case Number & Ordering Court
  • Preferred weekend date
  •  Accommodation Preference: Shared or Private Room
  • Any dietary restrictions or mobility/medical needs

We’re here to walk you through the registration process, answer your questions and help you meet your legal and personal goals.

Program Overview
Certified by the Ohio Department of Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services, this court-referred alternatives to incarceration provides a structured, self-contained residential experience.

Participants remain on-site for the full 72 hour, engaging in

  • Education on the physical and medical effects of substance use
  • Understanding the disease model of chemical dependency
  • Group discussions and self-reflection
  • Active participation in all scheduled activities

Facilitated by licensed chemical dependency professionals from Empowering Minds Behavioral Health.

Price
Deposit $175 | Shared Room $540 | Private Room: $680

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72 Hour Residential Drivers' Intervention Program
  • Format: Residential weekend program
  • Includes: 8-hour remedial + intensive intervention
  • Cost: $550 shared | $695 single
  • Ideal for: Standard first-time OVI offenders
  • Structured residential program for first-time OVI offenders and court referrals seeking evidence-based alternatives to jail.
  • Self-Contained Residential Experience
  • Includes the 8-hour Remedial Drivers course & certificate
  • Education regarding the effects of substance use
  • Format: Single-day educational course- Open to the Public
  • Ideal for: First-time offenders
  • Cost: $125
  • Improve driving habits and potentially reduce license points
  • Certificate of Completion
  • Format: Extended residential program
  • Includes: 8-hour remedial + comprehensive enhanced curriculum
  • Cost: $940 shared | $1,220 single
  • Ideal for: High-BAC, repeat offenders
  • Expanded curriculum including therapeutic intervention, relapse prevention, and cognitive-behavioral components.
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