The Outreach and Prevention program is designed to strengthen and enrich service members and military families.

Programs include:

• Relationships Enhancement
• Parenting Programs
• Stress & Emotion Management
• Healthy Dating Relationship Strategies
• Community Outreach

PREP (Couples Communication)- (Up to 4 sessions):  Consists of  exercises and discussion on topics such as:  Personalities, danger signs, speaker/listener technique, issues and hidden issues, commitment, and fun and friendship.

Love & Logic Parenting Class- (Up to 6 Sessions): Learn how to put an end to arguing, back talk, and begging. Develop strategies to set limits with our children without waging war while avoiding power struggles. Help guide children to own and solve their own problems, and teach them to complete chores without constant reminders.

Stress & Emotion Management - (Up to 4 sessions):  Learn tools, techniques, and more depth on our emotions and ways in which we can take control of them rather than them controlling us.

Pick-A-Partner: 5 Sessions that help singles to balance their heart and head as they pursue healthy relationships.

Dads the Basics: Half-day course on practical subjects like: attachment, attachment during deployment, diaper changing, birth plans, ways to support your spouse and baby, packing a diaper bag, soothing a baby, baby washing, Labor and Delivery, Fatherhood, and much more.

The New Parent Support Program is a voluntary program to help military families with young children adapt to parenthood and thrive as healthy families. Program benefits are available to active duty military families who are expecting a child or who have a child up to three years of age. Private, in-home support for new parents is the main focus of the NPSP.

The NPSP is staffed with nurses who can provide one-on-one support and guidance for expecting parents. This program can also assist parents coping with the challenges of having a new baby, and manage the demands of parenting.

The program includes access to books, booklets, DVDs and other materials on parenting.

For additional NPSP information, click here.

Whiteman Air Force Base Victim Advocate

24/7 Hotline Number (660) 324-4752

The Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate (DAVA) program provides comprehensive services that center on victim advocacy and overall system response. The DAVA program provides crisis intervention and support services to domestic abuse victims, 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic abuse, you are not alone. Help and support are available.

We are there for you: Advocates accompany victims to medical visits, court proceedings, and other appointments as requested. Victim Advocates assist clients in determining what they wish to do, where to get help, and how they choose to report the domestic abuse (Restricted versus Unrestricted Report).

Reporting Options Restricted Reporting: A restricted report is a CONFIDENTIAL report of domestic abuse. The report allows a victim to receive medical treatment, supportive counseling and advocacy services without notice to the victim’s or alleged offender’s commander or law enforcement. This disclosure of domestic abuse must be made to a victim advocate, Family Advocacy, Healthcare provider, or SARC.

Unrestricted Reporting: Unrestricted reports include reports of domestic abuse from any other source (i.e. Security Forces, Anonymous Reports, First Sergeants, etc.). An unrestricted report may trigger an investigation, notification to the Commander and involve legal services.

Understanding the Family Advocacy Program (FAP) Process for UNRESTRICTED Adult and Child Maltreatment Allegations

We understand that an allegation of family/partner maltreatment can be a very stressful experience. When the Family Advocacy Program receives an UNRESTRICTED report of maltreatment, the staff works to ensure that those who have the ability to help the family stay safe (e.g., commander, law enforcement, the Military Treatment Facility, local child protective agencies), are aware of the reported concerns.

What Happens After a Report of Maltreatment: Once the report is made, the service member’s commander and Family Advocacy will immediately focus on ways to keep all involved safe while the assessment process begins. That may mean issuing a Military Protective Order (MPO) if the alleged offender is the service member. The commander might also order the alleged service member offender into government quarters to separate him/her from the victim. If the alleged offender is a civilian, the commander may choose to bar him/her from the base or offer temporary accommodations on base until assessments and a safety plan can be accomplished.

Family Advocacy will assess safety and needs and recommend treatment. FAP may recommend a Victim Advocate to provide services such as court/medical accompaniment, information and resources, and safety planning. FAP does not make legal decisions or take protective custody of children in child abuse allegations. If needed, a medical provider will examine victims to identify and treat any injuries and to assess for evidence of past injuries.

What happens if Military or Civilian Law Enforcement is involved: Civilian and/or military law enforcement may investigate reports as well as the local child protective services agency. Both may interview members of the family and others who might have some insight into the allegations. They may also interview potential witnesses to the alleged maltreatment incident. In severe cases of child maltreatment, and when there is no safe caregiver for the child, local child protective agencies may temporarily remove a child from the home. FAP does not remove children from homes, but may make referrals or recommendations to child protective agencies.

How Can FAP Help My Family: Once all involved are safe (in or out of the home), FAP professionals focus on helping develop healthier relationships and parenting skills, often suggesting resources to help reduce stress in the family/relationship.

The DoD requires reports of maltreatment to be presented at the Central Registry Board (CRB). Members of the CRB include the installation Vice Wing Commander who serves as the Chairperson, FAP, representatives from the Judge Advocate (JA), the Office of Special Investigations (OSI), the Command Chief, Security Forces and unit representatives such as the Commander and/or First Sergeant. The CRB reviews the information collected confidentially and in a standardized format (information about the family is not discussed if it does not help determine if maltreatment occurred). If the incident does meet standardized maltreatment criteria, the case will be referred to the Clinical Case Staffing (CCS) meeting at the FAP. At the CCS meeting, recommendation are made for clinical treatment, rehabilitation and case management. FAP staff remain available to you throughout the entire process and are best suited to address any issues or concerns that may arise. For more information on FAP, call 660-687-4341.

Should I consider a Restricted Report?

If you are in an unhealthy/unsafe relationship and are looking for a way to receive confidential supportive maltreatment services, Restricted Reporting could be an option for you.

What are the benefits of a Restricted Report?

• A restricted report is a CONFIDENTIAL report of domestic abuse.
• The report allows a victim to receive medical treatment and advocacy services.
• The offender will not be notified of the report.
• The victim’s and/or alleged offender’s commander will not be notified of the report.
• No law enforcement/OSI involvement.
• The incident will not be heard at the Central Registry Board (CRB) for determination.
• FAP encounters will not be documented in the medical record
• Should I consider an Unrestricted Report?
• If you are interested in an official investigation into an incident, an Unrestricted Report could be an option for you.
• What are the benefits of an Unrestricted Report?
• Victims who desire an official investigation into an incident of domestic abuse can make an unrestricted report using the appropriate reporting channels (i.e. chain-of-command, FAP, or law enforcement) and receive the full range of advocacy services
• Upon notification of a reported domestic abuse incident, FAP Domestic Abuse Victim Advocacy (DAVA) services and FAP maltreatment intervention services will be offered to the victim
• Victim and offender will receive supportive services, safety planning, and case management
• In addition, a victim can request a forensic medical examination with a HealthCare provider in coordination with criminal investigators
• Case will be presented at Central Registry Board (CRB) for a determination
• FAP encounters are documented in the medical record

​For more information about reporting options, please see the DAVA link (insert DAVA link here) or contact the DAVA 24/7 at 660-324-4752.

What to expect during your visit

The Family Advocacy clinician will need to meet with family members/intimate partners whether or not they were directly involved in the incident. A responsible adult must be available to watch your children (12 and younger) as the intake process is fairly lengthy and it can be difficult for children to wait in the clinic during this time. In addition, some of the issues discussed will be sensitive and are not always appropriate for children to hear.

Staff will explain the limits of confidentiality, the nature of the program, and ask about the incident described in the referral. You will meet with a clinical social worker who will evaluate the details of the incident, your family history, and current relationships. Family Advocacy staff will make recommendations and will explain what will happen following your appointment.

Support:
Family Advocacy staff understands that the referral process can be stressful. The team is here to provide you and your family/partner with support and will do their best to address any questions and concerns you may have.

Advocates accompany victims to medical visits, court proceedings, and other appointments as requested.

The Domestic Abuse Victim Advocate program provides crisis intervention and support services to domestic abuse victims, 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. If you or someone you know has experienced domestic violence, you are not alone. Help and support are available.