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Family Advocacy Program

The U.S. Army Family Advocacy Program (FAP) helps Soldiers and Families recognize and meet the unique challenges of military lifestyles. Our services include seminars, workshops, counseling, and intervention to help strengthen Army Families, enhance resiliency and relationship skills, and improve quality of life.

We are also dedicated to helping Soldiers and Families with the complex challenges related to domestic abuse, child abuse, and neglect. We focus on prevention, education, prompt reporting, investigation, intervention, and treatment.

If you need help, please call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at + 1(800)799-7233. You should also contact your installation’s Family Advocacy Program for more information.

Our additional programs within the Family Advocacy Program help with specific needs:

New Parent Support Program (NPSP): Expecting parents and parents with children ages 0-3 have special challenges, and NPSP has tools to meet them. Programs including home visits and parenting classes help caregivers learn to cope with stress, isolation, deployments, reunions, and the everyday demands of parenthood.

 

Transitional Compensation (TC) Program for Abused Dependents: Under a congressionally mandated program, abused dependents of military personnel may be eligible for up to three years of benefits and entitlements, including temporary financial compensation, medical care, and commissary and exchange privileges.

 

Victim Advocacy Program (VAP): Victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse have round-the-clock access to services, including emergency assistance, information, referrals, and ongoing support in accessing medical, behavioral health, legal, and law enforcement services on and off garrisons. Victim Advocates will discuss the option of restricted and unrestricted reports.

 

Seminars and Workshops

Seminars and workshops are available to you, your unit, or your Family support group. Topics may include:

  • Command and Troop Education
  • Community Awareness
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Couples Communication Skills
  • Stress Management
  • Prevention Programs and Services
  • New Parent Support Program
  • Parent Education
  • Domestic Violence Prevention
  • Victim Advocate Program
  • Relationship Support
  • Safety Education
  • Respite Care Program
  • Emergency Placement Care Program
  • Reporting Procedures

 

Contact your installation’s Army Community Service (ACS) Family Advocacy Program for more information.

 

You can also call Military OneSource for more information and referrals.

More Community Support

EFMP Easter Egg Hunt

ACS registered EFMP Families are invited to join us for a fun eggstravaganza!

Apr 1 11 am - 1 pm
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EFMP Easter Egg Hunt

ACS registered EFMP Families are invited to join us for a fun eggstravaganza!

Apr 1 11 am - 1 pm
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Garden Days

Help us prepare our HAC Library Garden for the growing season!

Apr 3 2 pm - 4 pm

Pinwheel Planting and Craft

Every child should experience playfulness and joy!

Apr 4 11 am - 1 pm
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Food Distribution Event

Join the fight to eradicate hunger in our Community!

Apr 6 11 am - 2 pm
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Game Night

Enjoy a fun night of play with Army Community Service (ACS).

Apr 7 6 pm
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Newcomers' Orientation

Learn more about Fort Belvoir and the surrounding area.

Apr 11 9 am - 12 pm

Lunch and Learn with CYS

Providing education to parents and CYS staff members.

Apr 12 12 pm - 1 pm
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Budget and Debt Management

This virtual class will teach you how to budget, financially prepare for emergencies and so much more.

Apr 13 12 pm - 1 pm
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Springfest

Join the festivities as we celebrate our military children and youth!

Apr 15 11 am - 3 pm
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Car Buying Training

Simplify your car purchase experience with the Financial Readiness Program (FRP).

Apr 19 12 pm - 1 pm
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Car Buying Training

Simplify your car purchase experience with the Financial Readiness Program (FRP).

Apr 19 12 pm - 1 pm

Employment and Resume Assistance Classes

Start your career on the right foot with our Employment Readiness Program (ERP).

Apr 20 10 am - 12 pm
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Parents’ Corner

Healthy parenting can be challenging. The New Parent Support Program can help.

Apr 20 12 pm

Play Morning

Prepare to have a blast with Army Community Service (ACS) and other families during this fun learning experience.

Apr 21 11 am - 1 pm
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Play Morning

Prepare to have a blast with Army Community Service (ACS) and other families during this fun learning experience.

Apr 21 11 am - 1 pm
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First Time Home Buyer

Join this virtual class and learn what goes into buying a home.

Apr 27 12 pm - 1 pm

Date and Paint

Nothing brings family closer than having fun together!

Apr 28 6 pm - 8 pm
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Newcomers' Orientation

Learn more about Fort Belvoir and the surrounding area.

May 9 9 am - 12 pm
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Planning Your Retirement

Join this virtual class and start preparing for your retirement now!

Jun 9 12 pm - 1 pm
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Newcomers' Orientation

Learn more about Fort Belvoir and the surrounding area.

Jun 13 9 am - 12 pm

Rules of Engagement: Couples Communication

This class will help to improve communication with your significant other.

Jun 20 6 pm - 7:30 pm
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Newcomers' Orientation

Learn more about Fort Belvoir and the surrounding area.

Jul 11 9 am - 12 pm

Newcomers' Orientation

Learn more about Fort Belvoir and the surrounding area.

Jul 11 9 am - 12 pm
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