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United Against Domestic Abuse

If your partner’s actions make you feel uncomfortable or hurt you in any way, you are not alone. We can help you.

 
 

The right to feel safe

Everybody deserves a life free from fear, control or harm. When it comes to domestic abuse, it can happen to anyone ─ and each person’s situation is different. The Family Advocacy Program is committed to supporting victims, service members and their families impacted by domestic abuse. FAP will always work with those experiencing abuse to show them their options for next steps, encouraging them to choose their own path.

Find Local Support

FAP works to prevent and respond to domestic abuse in the military community.

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Learn about options for support, which include:

  • Safety planning
  • Restricted/confidential reporting option: preserves victim privacy and limits who is involved (with certain limitations)
  • Unrestricted reporting option: allows victims to ensure command and law enforcement are informed and involved
  • Emergency services (if needed)
  • Counseling and emotional support
  • Housing and shelter
  • Financial and legal services
  • Military or civilian protection order (can also protect pets), if needed

No matter what your situation is, help is available. You don’t have to go through this alone. Your local FAP staff can help you understand your options for reporting abuse. They can also help you document your abuse, create a safety plan and connect you with a network of support.

How FAP Helps

Find the right help

Military OneSource can connect you with resources, including information on transitional compensation and victim advocacy as well as support from FAP. FAP staff can help you at any stage of a relationship. You decide how much of your story to share: You talk. We listen. We can tailor tools and resources to assist you regardless of the state of your relationship and specific to the level of support you want.

You have options for getting help:

You can call any of the following free and trusted resources 24/7 to learn about your reporting options, connect with a victim advocate or create a safety plan. In immediate danger? Call military law enforcement or dial 911.

Contact a domestic abuse victim advocate.

Receive judgment-free support from a professional near you.

Call the Hotline.

The National Domestic Violence Hotline will provide information, resources and support.

Chat with an advocate.

Visit thehotline.org to chat with a highly-trained advocate for confidential and compassionate support.
Don’t wait for a crisis to reach out.

Help a friend or loved one

When someone you know is in an abusive relationship, you may not know how to help. Learn how you can support a friend or loved one you think is experiencing domestic abuse:


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