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Behavioral Health 2034 Barnett Ave, LH, Quantico, 703-784-2570 Call to pre-register for all FAP courses. Family Advocacy Program (FAP) October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The DoD/ODS Theme this year is “Learn the warning signs. Talk to us. Help is available.” FAP staff will be conducting outreach throughout the month at various locations including chow halls, clinic and the MCX. Stop by to learn more about preventing domestic violence in our community. COZY BY THE FIRE - 12 OCT, 0900-1530 PRINCE WILLIAM FOREST PARK Join us for this special couples retreat where we’ll explore our personalities, Love Languages, couples communication, and nurturing our spouses. Also enjoy some free time to walk and explore the park. Limited space. Call to pre-register. OCTOBER NATIONAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH (DVAM) SPEAKER SERIES 24 OCT, 0830-1500, RFSC Join us to hear a variety of speakers throughout the day focusing on how we can have a better coordinated response to domestic violence. Call for more information. Is this abuse? “GET OFF THE SIDELINES” - 6, 13, 20, 27 OCT Wear your favorite sports jersey in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. “Get Off the Sidelines” and consider inviting FAP to speak to your small group as they wear their jerseys. NATIONAL WEAR PURPLE DAY - 19 OCT A national event that brings the opportunity to promote awareness of domestic violence by wearing purple on 19 October. Long used as a symbol for seeking justice, the color purple is our rallying color for survivors to reclaim their power and for all of us to show our support. Who should participate? Marines, civilians, family members, everyone. “Learn the warning signs. Talk to us. Help is available.” HE CONTROLS MY MON EY. Learn the warning signs of abuse. Talk to us. Help is available. FAMILY ADVOCACY PROGRAM Military OneSource 800-342-9647 | www.MilitaryOneSource.mil The National Domestic Violence Hotline 800-799-7233 | www.TheHotline.org Community Counseling Program (CCP) 2034 Barnett Ave, LH, Mainside, 703-784-3523 / 24009 Montezuma Ave, Cox Hall, West Side, 703-432-6442 The Community Counseling Program utilizes a holistic approach to assist people with overcoming some of life’s most difficult challenges such as marital issues, parent/child relationship, family issues, communication, anger management, school/work issues, adjustment issues, grief, and loss. All commands are welcome to contact the Community Counseling Program (703-432-6442) and request a presentation or workshop on topics such as, but not limited to Mental Health Awareness, Trauma & Resiliency Training, Suicide Prevention, etc. Consolidated Substance Abuse Counseling Center (CSACC) 2034 Barnett Ave, LH, Quantico, 703-784-3502 PWYE PROTECT WHAT YOU’VE EARNED OUR MISSION: To promote operational readiness health and wellness through substance abuse prevention, early intervention, and treatment services for military service members. Acronym/Address List located in back of magazine. www.quantico.usmc-mccs.org 13