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MFRC Family Networks

Absence Support

Information and resources for friends and family members who are supporting military members away from home due to an absence.

Contact Information


Email: absence.support@esquimaltmfrc.com

Is your military member away from home due to an absence (course, exercise, deployment, overseas, Imposed Restriction, etc.)? Register with us to receive work-related absence information on resources and services available to you and your family, get connected to the MFRC local to you and/or receive support in French.

Preparing for Deployment & Absence Resources and Services

Ready for that upcoming deployment or work-related absence? We recommend that you go through the following information before the departure date arrives.
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During Deployment & Absence Resources and Services

Currently experiencing a deployment or work-related absence? Discover the resources and services available to you and your family.
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Return and Reintegration Resources and Services

Prepare for homecoming and beyond with these resources.
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MFRC How to Send Morale Mail

Did you know you could send morale mail to your deployed military member for free? This service is available at the MFRC under the direction of the Fleet Mail Office. 
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Programming at the MFRC

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Drop-In Morning Coffee Connections

Are you looking to meet other military-connected family members, or are you new to town? Join us for an informal coffee connection and welcome. 
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Wellness Wednesday: Rest and Restore (Esquimalt)

In this month's session we are offering guided meditation, gentle movement and sound bath will be offered to cultivate and support deep relaxation.
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Mental Health First Aid

Help understand, identify, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use concerns. Registration deadline: April 17th.
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Parent & Child Programming

The MFRC offers several in-person options for parents to meet other parents, and for children to connect.
Stay & Play 123 Music & Me

Programming for Children and Youth

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Fast Friends (Ages 8-15): Write with Story Studio - Strange Characters!

Spend an evening with Story Studio, an award-winning charity that inspires, educates and empowers young writers. Create vivid characters who will be the foundation for epic stories to come!
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Fast Friends (Ages 8-15): Laser Tag and Comics with PSP

In collaboration with PSP, the MFRC Team is offering an evening of Laser Tag and Pizza! Need a quieter activity? We will also have a comic book making station.

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Supporting Children Through Absence

Help your child(ren) adjust to a parent being away on a deployment or work-related absence.
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Respite Child Care During Absences

Available at no cost when a military parent is deployed or away for work-related reasons for 21 consecutive days or more. 
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