Bldg. 486, Replacement Ave. 
(573)596-0212 

The purpose of the FAP is to develop programs and initiatives to prevent spouse and child abuse and neglect, encourage reporting of all instances of abuse, ensure prompt assessment and investigation of all reports, provide safety for victims of abuse and provide support services and treatment for victims, family members and offenders. FAP supports soldiers and their families in managing personal and family problems. For soldiers involved in family violence FAP referral reduces risk, establishes safety limits, and provides treatment for victims and offenders. Respite care services are available to eligible military families that can assist with childcare fees up to 20 hours per month for each child in the family. These families are usually experiencing stressors that may place children at risk for abuse. 

The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) is a mandatory enrollment per DoD Inst 1342.17 AR 608-75 for any service member who has a family member with medical, mental health or educational needs. The Department of Defense is now requiring the losing and gaining installations to query service members on EFMP issues and to educate them on the regulation and services available. If a service member qualifies, they are directed to complete the evaluation and enrollment process. This EFMP enrollment ensures that medical, mental health and/or education services are available at the installation to which the Service member is assigned. ALARACT 325/2011 now requires that Commander review include EFMP enrollment status as part of Service member readiness. The Army Community Service (ACS) EFMP Manager is able to provide resources and referrals to community services, schools, support groups, educational workshops and recreational activities. Enrollment in EFMP ensures that required services are available. The EFMP Manager at ACS can be contacted by telephone at 573-596-0212 or is located in Building 486, Replacement Ave.

Upon arriving at Fort Leonard Wood, you will participate in central in-processing which includes a mandatory stop at ACS to complete the EFMP query/education process. TRICARE will assign a Primary Care Manager (PCM) who will refer you for medical care that can only be obtained outside of the military medical community.

Housing: If you require any modification or special housing assistance, your PCM must complete the Balfour Beatty Request for Accommodation/Request for Modification. This form can be completed by your current PCM and sent forward for approval prior to your arrival to speed up the on-post housing process. The Request for Accommodation/Request for Modification form can be obtained from ACS EFMP Manager at 573 596-0212 or Balfour Beatty at 573 329-3105.

Child Care: Fort Leonard Wood Child, Youth and School Services has two options available for children - Center based care through the Child Development Center (ages 6 weeks to 1st grade) or home based care through Family Child Care (ages 6 weeks to 12 years). School Age Services is available for children/youth grades 1-5 and the Middle School/Teen Program grades 6-18 years. All registering children/youth are screen for special needs. Children/youth with a special need will be reviewed by the Special Needs Accommodation Process to determine placement and modification needs. Parent Central Services will assist in regisrtation for childcare, instructional programs or youth sports. Registration forms are linked under Child, Youth & School Services. PArent Central Services is located in Bldg 470, Room 1126 or can be reached at 573 596-0238

The Victim Advocacy Program is designed to ensure that each person who is a reported victim of domestic violence is provided support and assistance through the services of a Victim Advocate Coordinator. Victim Advocates provide direct services to individual victims of spouse abuse and represent the interests of victims in areas such as: Emotional support and encouragement, informing victims about resources and referrals to services, accompanying victims to services and other proceedings, intervening on behalf of victims with service providers and commands, and informing victims of their rights within the Army and the civilian community.

The Victim Advocate Program also assists in locating shelter services for victims of domestic violence and their children. Anyone in need of possible placement can contact the Victim Advocate Coordinator for available information concerning services offered by surrounding shelters.

If you are a victim of abuse, help is available. Please contact the Victim Advocate at 573-596-0212.

If you would like to volunteer as a victim advocate, please contact the Victim Advocate at 573-596-0212.

TC provides temporary payments for families in which the absent soldier has been discharged administratively or by court martial for dependent abuse, or has forfeited all pay and allowances in disciplinary actions for dependent abuse. Payments are for a minimum of 12 months or for the unserved portion of the active duty service, whichever period is longer, but may not exceed a maximum of 36 months. Payments are retroactive to the eligibility date. Eligible spouse and children are also entitled to the following benefits: Military ID cards until the soldier's separation from the Army or the eligible spouse divorces the soldier, Commissary and Exchange privileges for the duration of the TC payment period, and medical or dental care for problems associated with the abuse in military facilities or through TRICARE.

For more information on Transition Compensation, please contact the Victim/Witness Coordinator, Office of the Staff Judge Advocate, at 573-596-0203.

The Soldier & Family Readiness prevention mission is accomplished in part by educating the community about the dynamics of family violence and available resources, and enhancing interpersonal and coping skills through training. Community education involves awareness of Family Advocacy (FAP) services, and making these services accessible and attractive to those who take the opportunity to use them.

The education and training portion of the FAP mission is administered through briefings, classes, and participating in community events.

• Presentations that address the dynamics and implications of souse and child abuse, identification and reporting procedures, and community resources are provided upon request. They are updated to include current trends to Fort Leonard Wood, the Army, and society in general and are tailored to meet the needs of the audience, unit population and/or mission.
• Mandatory training in identifying and reporting child abuse is presented to child care providers no less than annually.
• Classes on coping and interpersonal skills, such as stress management and anger control are available upon request.
• Information on community resources and printed materials are provided at information booths during community events, on and off the installation, such as Fort Leonard Wood Child Development Fun Fair, McGruff's Birthday Party, Senior Health Fair, Retiree Open House, and Kidsfest. Joint awareness displays have been co-sponsored with the Military Police Crime Prevention Section and Drug and Alcohol Control Office. During awareness raising campaigns, displays are set up in public areas and media releases are prepared.

Army Community Service (ACS) and the Pulaski County Division of Family Services provide adoption options for military families interested in adoption. An office is located in Army Community Service Center for easier access by military families. An annual Linking Hearts Adoption Sponsorship Picnic is conducted each year during the month of June that allows families interested in adopting and opportunity to interact with children who are available for adoption.

The Division of Family Services, Area Advisory Council on Adoption, and Fort Leonard Wood jointly sponsor the annual "Linking Hearts" adoption project. The Family Advocacy Program (FAP) of Army Community Service is the primary coordination activity on Fort Leonard Wood that plans and conducts this event. Approximately 50 to 75 foster care children available for adoption and their volunteer chaperons visit Fort Leonard Wood. Families interested in adopting a child can also have an opportunity to interact with the children. This event is primarily a minority recruitment event. Given the diverse backgrounds of military personnel, the program facilitates the placement of minority and special needs children. Approximately 83 percent of the children awaiting adoption are African-American or biracial.

 Links:

Missouri Adoption Photo-Listing

Adoption Center of Washington

Adoption Travel Information

Foster Parents Resource Center

Contact Information

Address: Army Community Service Center

486 Replacement Ave

Fort Leonard Wood, MO 65473

Telephone: 573-596-0212    Fax: 573-329-4545    Toll Free: 1-866-802-6707

 

E-mail: General Information : leon.dmwr@conus.army.mil