Family Advocacy Program Library & Community Resources
The Family Advocacy Program Library offers a collection of books, workbooks, and journals designed to support Soldiers and Families in building healthy relationships, strengthening parenting skills, and promoting personal growth.
Available Resource Categories:
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Parenting & Family Life: Positive parenting books, co-parenting guides, child development resources, teen parenting support materials.
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Healthy Relationships: Communication skills workbooks, conflict resolution guides, healthy relationship journals.
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Stress, Anger & Emotional Wellness: Anger management workbooks, stress reduction journals, mindfulness and resiliency books.
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Body Boundaries & Personal Safety for Children and Teens: Understanding personal boundaries, respecting others' personal space, recognizing safe vs. unsafe behaviors, how to talk about body safety in age-appropriate ways.
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Problematic Sexual Behaviors (PSB) – Education & Support: Understanding developmentally expected vs. concerning behaviors, guidance for parents and caregivers, healthy behavior modeling, how to respond and seek support, prevention-focused resources for families.
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Teen Healthy Dating & Social Skills: Building respectful dating relationships, setting boundaries, recognizing warning signs of unhealthy interactions, communication skills, self-esteem and decision making.
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Domestic Abuse Awareness & Prevention: Healthy boundaries, nonviolent communication, safety planning guides, supportive materials for families.
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Deployment & Military Family Life: Reintegration guides, family readiness workbooks, coping and resilience materials.
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Educational Games for Children: Emotional regulation, social skills, understanding feelings and behaviors (used in the office or checked out for home learning).
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Warmies Comfort Items: Soft, warm, soothing stuffed animals used to provide comfort during sessions, reduce anxiety for children, and support emotional regulation. (Some Warmies may be borrowed for use during visits or given away depending on availability).