Fort Belvoir ACS

10/17/2022

Goodmorning, please call 571-231-7018 to speak with someone in our Family Advocacy Program at ACS.
We also have access to our 24/7 hotline for the Fort Belvoir area which is 703-229-2374

Just Say "NO" to Violence!

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Family Advocacy Program (FAP) is committed to supporting Victims, Service Members and their Families impacted by domestic abuse through victim advocacy and crisis intervention. To speak with someone at Army Community Service (ACS), call (571) 231-7018.

🚨If you are concerned about your safety and need immediate support, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at (800)799-7233 or visit thehotline.org to live chat with someone who can help.

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10/14/2022

Good morning Fort Belvoir Families!

- Here are some facts/ statistics regarding Domestic Violence

- Here is a link to a website showing a short video along with an article explaining Gaslighting and how abusers use gaslighting to manipulate their victims.
- https://www.wbir.com/article/news/health/domestic-violence-awareness-month-what-is-gaslighting/51-bf47d7bf-ddc2-47aa-b028-891dcb6091ce
- Gaslighting is a form of psychological abuse in which a person or group causes someone to question their own sanity, memories, or perception of reality

- Please view and share as this information may be helpful to not only you, but maybe someone you know.

- Join your ACS FAP team in spreading awareness and taking a stand against Domestic Violence!

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10/14/2022

Please join us for a stress management class on October 19th at the Army Wellness Center! In our continuing efforts to celebrate Domestic Violence Awareness month, we find a great part of prevention is knowledge! Please RSVP to 571-231-7029!

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10/11/2022

Coercive Control - Where is the line?

Good Afternoon Fort Belvoir Families!

- Please view and share this YouTube video explaining coercive control in a relationship and it’s purpose to disempower a victim’s self-esteem, self-worth, and independence, creating isolation and barriers to support.

- Your Fort Belvoir Family Advocacy Team and other partnering organizations are here and ready to assist you with any domestic related concerns or abuse.

- Do not hesitate to contact our 24/7 DV hotline for any domestic-related assistance you may need at 703-229-2374.

- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DmbTqFH4x0w

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10/11/2022

Good morning Fort Belvoir Families!

- We are very pleased to have our own Financial Program Manager and our Employment Readiness Program Manager to teach our Stay or Leave course on Wednesday, October 19th at 11AM.

- When a victim has made the choice to leave an abusive relationship, there are many things to think about from employment, finance, safety, and etc.

- In this course our Finance and Employment Program Managers will give helpful information, tips, and knowledge regarding the finance and employment component to help you or maybe someone you know

- To inquire about this course please call our ACS front desk to sign-up at 571-231-7000/7001

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10/11/2022

Good morning Fort Belvoir Families!

- Are you lacking communication and understanding from your significant other?

- No need to stress, inquire about our Rules of Engagement class that we are offering this month on Tuesday, October 18th at 6pm virtually

- If you need a course to help improve communication between you and your significant other, then call our front desk number at 571-231-7000/7001 to sign-up for this virtual course

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10/06/2022

- Here are two Domestic Violence facts/ statistics for you to share regarding the effect Domestic Violence has on the public.

- Throughout October we will be posting facts, articles, and videos for you to share to inform yourself, as well as others about the importance of spreading awareness about Domestic Violence

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10/06/2022

Power and Control Wheel - Understanding the Power and Control Wheel

Fort Belvoir Families!

- Please view and share this informative video about understanding the Power & Control Wheel
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OrAdC6ySiY

- The wheel serves as a diagram of tactics that an abusive partner uses to keep their victims in a relationship.
- The inside of the wheel is made up of subtle, continual behaviors over time, while the outer ring represents physical and sexual violence.
- Abusive actions like those depicted in the outer ring often reinforce the regular use of other, more subtle methods found in the inner ring.

- Team up with your Fort Belvoir ACS FAP team and help us spread awareness regarding Domestic Violence!

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Batterer Intervention Specialist explains the Power and Control Wheel and the different tactics batterers use.

10/06/2022

Fort Belvoir Families!

- We are eager and ready for you to attend our next Play Morning session tomorrow, Friday October 7th! 🤩

- As long as your REQUIRED paperwork is completed at our ACS building (5965 6th street/ Next to Fort Belvoir Community Hospital) you may bring you and your child over to Play Morning!
- Calling to sign-up is not necessary for this session

- Play Morning is hosted over at Wells Field House at 9AM- 11AM here on Fort Belvoir on Goethals Road.

- Tomorrow will also be a free-play session and we will have light snacks, drinks, and our Disney music playlist on for the kids to jam to! 🤩

- We can't wait for tomorrow morning, come and join us for the Friday Morning Fun!

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10/04/2022

Good Afternoon Fort Belvoir Families!

- The next Play Morning session will be this Friday October 7th at Wells Field House from 9AM- 11AM!

- Registration paperwork is REQUIRED and must be done at our ACS building BEFORE showing up to attend any Play Morning sessions
(5965 6th Street/ Next to Fort Belvoir Community Hospital)

- We will provide light snacks and drinks for the children, so come and join us for the Friday Morning Fun!

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10/03/2022

Homes With Domestic Abuse

Good Afternoon Fort Belvoir Families!
- Please view and share this short video depicting the struggle of children in an abusive home.

- Childhood trauma can have a significant affect on children and their upbringing
- Changes happen physically and mentally within a child who has observed domestic abuse in the home

- Help us and join us this month (and every month) in showing your support against domestic violence!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AvrB91Hr9kE

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10/03/2022

We are finally in the month of October and the FAP Team here at ACS is ready for you to join us in spreading awareness to Domestic Violence this month!

- We have different events and activities scheduled throughout the month to help bring awareness to domestic violence and give out more information about how your Fort Belvoir ACS FAP Team can assist.

- The FAP team knows how hard it can be to decide to report domestic abuse, as well as knowing what the journey will look like once you decide to make that choice
- Within this link below, it gives detailed information regarding the 2 reporting options (Unrestricted and Restricted).
- Domestic Abuse: Military Reporting Options
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/family-relationships/family-life/preventing-abuse-neglect/domestic-abuse-military-reporting-options/

- Please read and share this article as it can be beneficial to not only you, but maybe someone you know.

- Come and visit our ACS building this month to pick up some DV awareness products and show your support!

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09/30/2022

Good Afternoon Fort Belvoir Families!

- October is known as Domestic Violence Awareness Month

- As we come near to the beginning of October, we would like you all to help us bring awareness to Domestic Violence.

- For nearly three decades, Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) has been observed nationally in October as an opportunity to bring light to the issue of domestic violence and its effects on victims, survivors, families and communities.

- Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) was launched nationwide in October 1987 as a way to connect and unite individuals and organizations working on domestic violence issues while raising awareness for those issues. Over the past 30+ years, much progress has been made to support domestic violence victims and survivors, to hold abusers accountable, and to create and update legislation to further those goals.

- Here is the 2022 DVAM flyer regarding what activities ACS is offering for the month of October!
- Please call the ACS front desk at 571-231-7000/7001 to sign-up or inquire about any activities we have listed.

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09/30/2022

Good morning Fort Belvoir Families!
Today September 30th is not only a Fabulous Friday, it's also National Love People Day!

- This day is dedicated to inspiring and supporting others with the power of unconditional love.

- People write songs about it or read poems inspired by it but do we really know what love is? That’s something to consider on a day like today, and every day!

- Here are a few ways you can show "Love" on National Love People Day:
- The idea for random acts of kindness epitomizes the spirit of National Love People Day. Share a resource or gift with someone in need

- In these divisive times, art is an amazing outlet for showing how interconnected we are as a human race.
- Spread the message of National Love People Day by writing a poem or even sharing it at a poetry slam. Do a dance or paint a picture in the name of love.

- Sometimes just a gentle word of support or showing empathy to a friend going through hard times is an effective way to honor National Love People Day.
- Share a hug, a cup of coffee, and a listening ear to someone you do or don't know. It can make all the difference in the world

- Stay tuned for the announcement of our 5 Love Languages class and Rules of Engagement courses soon to come.
- These classes will truly assist you in communicating with your significant other and how to express your love in a healthy manner

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