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Practice Surveys

This research aims to bridge the gaps by collecting data directly from those delivering services, thereby informing strategies to enhance service consistency, reduce duplication, and improve overall service delivery. Through these efforts, we can better support military families in navigating their unique journeys, ultimately fostering resilience and well-being.
Military families face unique challenges that require specialized services, including mental health and childcare. These needs evolve over time due to the unique nature of military life, which often includes military-related absences, relocations, and the transition back to civilian life. Despite the resilience demonstrated by many of these families, a notable minority struggles significantly with mental health and well-being, highlighting the critical need for targeted interventions.

Service providers, including Military Family Resource Centres (MFRCs) and third-party organizations, possess invaluable insights into these families' needs and preferences. However, to effectively guide and enhance service delivery, there is a pressing need for evidence-based guidance that incorporates the perspectives of frontline service providers. By systematically gathering and analyzing the experiences and observations of these providers, we can develop a comprehensive understanding of the gaps and strengths in current service offerings.

One of the primary challenges is ensuring consistency and quality across different locations. Military families often express concerns about the variability in support services, preferring a standardized approach that ensures high-quality care regardless of geographic location. Additionally, the confidentiality, accessibility, and wait times associated with mental health services are significant barriers that need to be addressed to build trust and encourage utilization.
  • The Challenge
    Military families face unique challenges that require specialized services, including mental health and childcare. These needs evolve over time due to the unique nature of military life, which often includes military-related absences, relocations, and the transition back to civilian life. Despite the resilience demonstrated by many of these families, a notable minority struggles significantly with mental health and well-being, highlighting the critical need for targeted interventions.

    Service providers, including Military Family Resource Centres (MFRCs) and third-party organizations, possess invaluable insights into these families' needs and preferences. However, to effectively guide and enhance service delivery, there is a pressing need for evidence-based guidance that incorporates the perspectives of frontline service providers. By systematically gathering and analyzing the experiences and observations of these providers, we can develop a comprehensive understanding of the gaps and strengths in current service offerings.

    One of the primary challenges is ensuring consistency and quality across different locations. Military families often express concerns about the variability in support services, preferring a standardized approach that ensures high-quality care regardless of geographic location. Additionally, the confidentiality, accessibility, and wait times associated with mental health services are significant barriers that need to be addressed to build trust and encourage utilization.

Mental Health and Wellbeing

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Intimate Partner Relationships

Available research highlights that while many CAF couples maintain healthy relationships, a sizeable minority face severe challenges that necessitate targeted interventions and support to address the complexities of military life.
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