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mFRC Social and mental Wellness Resources and Services
Social and Mental Wellness Resources and Services
Emergency Family Plan
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It’s important that we plan ahead for the unexpected. If something happened to the at-home family member during a work related absence, you may need to have a workable emergency family plan. The MFRC can help you develop your plan, look at ways to build your support network and possibly able to provide some assistance upon assessment. Call the MFRC at 250 363 2640 for details. You can also contact the MFRC intake line directly at 778 533 7736 or intake@ emfrc.com.
Youth & Mental Health
The MFRC is committed to supporting youth and family wellness. Staff at the centre can assist with navigating mental health systems, helpful referrals and resources.
Extra/Diverse Support Needs
The Esquimalt MFRC offers one-to- one support for Canadian Armed Forces families that have a family member with support needs. We can work with you to: • Navigate various community services including education, mental health, early years and health related systems. • Advocate for services. • Develop a personalized support plan for children/ youth/adults with extra/diverse needs including complex care. Option to facilitate a team approach with parents/caregivers and community service providers involved with a family. • Create a family care and support plan for upcoming work related absence. • Find services for caregivers supporting aging family members or a family member with health concerns. • Prepare for a posting in or out of Greater Victoria. Need assistance? Give the MFRC a call at 250 363 2640. You can also contact the MFRC intake line directly at 778 533 7736 or intake@emfrc.com.
Short-term Counselling
Individuals, couples and families can access shortterm counselling sessions at the MFRC in a confidential atmosphere of support. Registered social workers and counsellors provide support with stress, relationship issues, parenting challenges, the military lifestyle plus much more. The MFRC also provides quality referrals to outside counselling resources and specialized support services. Sessions can be done on-site or virtually via your computer, smartphone or tablet. Call 250-363-2640 for details. You can also contact the MFRC intake line directly at 778-5337736 or intake@emfrc.com.
Strongest Families
Families can self-refer or social workers/counsellors can also make a referral to “Strongest Families” on behalf of families who want to acquire parenting assistance. Supports are available for children/ youth ages 3-17 who require strategies to address anxiety and behavioural issues. Additional supports can also be provided to address concerns associated with aspects of the military lifestyle. Parents can access more support through coaching by telephone. Some resources for adults are also available. See www.strongestfamilies.com or call the MFRC intake line directly at 778-533-7736 or intake@ emfrc.com for more information.
