Family Advocacy Program Manager:
(757) 788-3535
DSN 680-3535

• Domestic Violence Awareness educational programs which discuss the effects of domestic violence on children, the abuser's power and control, and available resources for individuals seeking intervention.
  
  
• Child Abuse Awareness educational programs for staff, military personnel and families, which discusses the four types of abuse, being an advocate for a child in need, and confidentiality.
  
  
• Community Awareness Programs, which promote healthy families and the prevention of child abuse and domestic violence.
  
  
• Short-term crisis counseling to provide intervention and support to individuals or families in need.
  
  
• Advocacy and referral to local agencies that can provide additional resources and intervention
  
  
• Child and spouse abuse case management services

• Domestic Abuse Pamphlet provides information on services provided, reporting abuse, and a checklist for victims of domestic violence and abuse.

Reporting Abuse at Fort Monroe
Child and/or spouse abuse is a crime. The following, is a list of questions and answers to help you identify and report any type of abuse.

What is abuse?
Abuse is a form of power and control. Abuse can manifest itself in many ways, such as physical abuse (bruises, cuts), emotional abuse (name-calling, put-downs), neglect (lack of care/nutrition), and sexual abuse (rape, sexual harassment).

If I witness abuse, whom shall I tell?
The Report Point of Contact at Fort Monroe is the Military Police (MP).  The MP can be reached 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at 788-2238. You may also contact the FAP Manager at 788-3993.

Can I remain anonymous while reporting abuse?
Yes. Many people choose to remain anonymous when reporting abuse.

If I choose to give my name when reporting abuse, how involved will I be?
The MP's and Social Work Services will contact you to gather information regarding the incident that you reported.

What happens once abuse is reported?
The MP will response to the incident and notify FAP Social Work Services. Once information has been gathered, the Case Review Committee (CRC) meets to make a determination and, if necessary, to provide referrals for treatment.

What services are available for individuals being abused?
There is a number of services available for victim of abuse.  The FAP Manager (FAPM) can put individuals and families in touch with services offered though Fort Monroe, such as the Victim Advocate Program.   The FAPM can also provide you with information on community agencies that provide services such as counseling or a shelter to those in need. 

Advocacy Personnel

Advocacy Personnel Sexual Assault Response Coordinator (SARC)
The SARC is an individual who serves as the designated program coordinator of victim support services to coordinate and oversee the local implementation and execution of the Army Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program. SARCs are embedded in Army Community Service and works for the Family Advocacy Program Manager (FAPM). The SARC should be contacted immediately when an incident of sexual assault occurs. The SARC will explain the advocacy services available to the victim and assign a victim advocate (either an IVA or UVA) if desired by the victim.

Victim Advocate Installation (VA)
Installation victim advocates work directly with the installation SARC, victims of sexual assault, unit victim advocates, and other installation response agencies. The Victim Advocate provides support to the victim throughout the medical, investigative, and judicial process.