Victim Advocate Program (VAP) - The Victim Advocate Program provides crisis intervention, support services and information and education to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. Victim Advocates help clients develop safety plans, obtain protection from abuse orders, provide liaison services for legal assistance and accompany clients to domestic violence related court hearings.

Sexual Assault Prevention & Response Program (SAPRP) - Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program is responsible for addressing (AR 600-20, Chapter 8), a program that allows a Soldier to report being a victim of sexual assault, receive medical and advocacy services, and referral services without initiating the investigative process through law enforcement or chain of command. The SAPRP program creates a climate to reduce assaults through education and prevention services as well as ensures sensitive treatment to all victims of assault.

For the Sexual Assault Prevention and Response Program please call (785) 239-2991.  For 24 hour Domestic Violence or Sexual Assault Response call (785) 307-1373.

New Parent Support Program (NPSP) - The NPSP is a voluntary program that offers support, education and assistance to parents of newborns, toddlers and young children (up to age 3) as well as expectant and adopting families. Parenting support, home visitation, support groups, and play morning services are all available at no cost to service members and their Family members.

FAQs
What does FAP stand for?
Family Advocacy Program

Does domestic violence affect my military career?
Yes. The military does not look kindly upon domestic violence and has a zero tolerance for domestic violence in Families.

Is it against the law to spank my children?
It is not against the law to spank your child with a open hand on the buttocks, however, if it is excessive or you leave a mark it is considered child abuse. Corporal punishment is a limited discipline technique and there are other forms of behavior management that are more effective.

Is there someone I can speak with if I need some information?
Contact the Family Advocacy Program at 785-239-9435.

Who is the reporting point of contact if you suspect child or spouse abuse?
The military police at 785-239-MPMP (6767).