VETERANS ADULT Transition Programs and Resources Mental Health First Aid In support of the Veteran Community, a customized version of the Mental Health First Aid course is available for members of the Veteran Community. Mental Health First Aid is the assistance provided to a person who is experiencing a mental health concern or who is in a mental health crisis. Members of the Veteran Community will receive this training at no cost. This course teaches participants to understand, identify, and respond to signs of mental health and substance use concerns. Seats are limited and registration will be on a first-come, first-serve basis. Location: Online Dates/Times TBD
Transitions Book
Veterans Veteran Family Program The MFRC’s mandate now includes support to medically-released veterans, medically-releasing CAF members, and their families as they transition to postservice life. There is no formal registration for this program. If you need support, call the Veteran Family Program Coordinator at the Esquimalt MFRC at 250363-2640. There are a variety of services to meet your unique needs: • One-to-one support navigating the civilian health care, employment, and mental health systems • Help finding appropriate community resources for yourself and your family members • Transition programs and workshops • Short-term counselling and social work services.
Military families experience many changes in their lives from relocations to deployments to the transition out of the military. The Transitions book will teach you about the stages of transition and help you to learn how to effectively work through those changes. Get a copy at your local MFRC location or online at esquimaltmfrc.com.
Veteran Family Journal The Veteran Family Journal is a tool designed to assist medically releasing CAF members, medically released Veterans, and their families to make a successful transition from military life to civilian life. This tool can help you and your family identify your unique needs and plan for the future. Within this journal you will find relevant information about the transition process, reference materials, worksheets, and family care plans. Pick up a copy at your closest MFRC location.
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