What’s in it for me? What’s in it for my family?

• We help families to manage the challenges and circumstances associated with CF-related separation and reunion by offering support, raising awareness and empowering them to access relevant programs and services;
• We assist families to prepare for the challenges they may encounter before, during and after separation;
• We connect family members with each other, with other families and with the community;
• We offer support to families dealing with a crisis either before, during or after periods of separation;
• We facilitate support groups during periods of separation. There are four family support groups in place: North Bay, Sudbury, Timmins and Sault Ste Marie.

What does the North Bay MFRC provide?
We offer the following programs and services…

A pre-deployment package with current resources and information on what to expect prior to, during and following a deployment (a pre-deployment package is mailed to every family);

The Mission Information Line brochure along with relevant websites and contact phone numbers to access information on deployed operations;

The Member Assistance Program booklet, developed to assist families in overcoming problems affecting personal and professional life;

We have a listing of city services that might be of assistance to you in times of trouble, including other useful resources;

We offer pre-deployment education by means of a one-on-one interview with the coordinator; at that time, permission is requested to contact next-of-kin;

We provide regular monthly telephone support through our Heartline Calls, if prior consent has been obtained from the family. This service offers support, sharing of information and community resources;