Virtual Absence Support
Join us from the comfort of your own home to explore topics related to navigating the absence of a CAF member and connect with others who understand this unique journey!
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1900 - 2000 Tuesday
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Kingston Military Family Resource Centre
This event is offered to all adults (18+) who are preparing for the possibility of, or currently experiencing, an absence — or adjusting to reunite with their CAF member. Bi-weekly topics will be tailored to allow individuals to learn, share, or take a moment for personal wellness, while facing the challenges and expectations of military family life.
Whether your loved one is away for a few days, weeks, or months — and whether you’re a spouse, partner (with or without kids), parent, dependent, or friend of a CAF member—you likely have questions, and things you want to understand better. Check back regularly to see the list of bi-weekly topics.
This event will be facilitated in English. Please register below to receive the meeting link.
Schedule of activities
January
| Date | Topic |
| January 6, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| January 20, 2026 | Your Resource Roadmap Join us for a virtual tour of our on-site Lending Library and online catalog! We will be highlighting absence and parenting support resources for families. |
February
| Date | Topic |
| February 3, 2026 | Game Night! Take an hour to unwind and play a fun game of Skribbl.io (kind of like Pictionary) with other people experiencing a work-related absence. |
| February 17, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
March
| Date | Topic |
| March 3, 2026 | Counting Down to Homecoming! It’s not always easy. Let's explore creative countdown ideas that uplift and make the wait more fun. Join the conversation and share your own tips and discover what works for others. |
| March 17, 2026 | On hiatus for March Break! |
| March 31, 2026 | Believe It .... or Not! Ready for a trivia challenge? Some of these are real, and some are pure April Fool’s fun. Come join us, laugh, and connect with your peers. |
April
| Date | Topic |
| April 14, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| April 28, 2026 | Game Night! Take an hour to unwind and play a fun game of Skribbl.io (kind of like Pictionary) with other people experiencing a work-related absence. |
May
| Date | Topic |
| May 12, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| May 26, 2026 | Resolving Stress Behaviour Let’s apply self-regulation strategies to face summer transitions successfully. |
June
| Date | Topic |
| June 9, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| June 23, 2026 | Living La Vida Local! Explore what’s in your own backyard to stay busy and connected during your loved one’s absence. |
July
| Date | Topic |
| July 7, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| July 21, 2026 | Support at Your Fingertips: Exploring Digital Resources for Navigating an Absence. Join us as we discuss apps, podcasts, and blogs designed to help support and connect CAF families. |
August
No Virtual Absence Support.
September
| Date | Topic |
| September 1, 2026 | No Virtual Absence Support |
| September 15, 2026 | Open chat (peer support) |
| September 29, 2026 | Morale Mail 101 Discover the guidelines, restrictions, and free drop-off locations for care packages being sent to deployed CAF members via Station Forces mailing addresses. Get inspired by discussing and sharing ideas for an unforgettable care package. |
