An ADF Families Event - ADF Equip (Parental Absence) 5-8 and 9-12 year olds

This program is for current serving ADF family members.

This program will be delivered for two age groups: 5 to 8 years (10am-12pm) and 9 to 12 years (1pm-3pm).

The sessions will focus on tips and support for coping with parental absence. At the start of each session, children will take part in an informal activity to get to know each other. Following this, they will participate in structured activities to assist in managing parental absence. The program is an opportunity for children to get together with their peers, learn something new, have some fun and interact with others who are experiencing similar circumstances.

We will be in contact with parents prior to the program to find out if there are any specific areas of concern that we might be able to focus on. We will also ask about any specific learning or wellbeing needs to support your child appropriately on the day.

You should carefully read the following information to ensure you are aware of all requirements relating to this event. This information is regularly updated and may not be the same as information on previous DMFS events you may have registered for.

This program is held on a Defence base - please ensure you or the person who is transporting your child has the appropriate access.

If you need to contact DMFS on the day of the event please call: 0456 810 128 or DMFS Canberra on 02 5131 5980.

Please note we require a minimum of 4 children for this program to run. If you have registered and we do not meet this quota someone will be in contact to notify you the event has been cancelled.

• When registering for the event, please ensure you register each child attending in the correct age group. Age groups are flexible - feel free to reach out to us if you would like to discuss the most appropriate session to register your child for.

• Please ensure that the email address you register with is accurate and accessible leading up to the event, as you will receive your booking confirmation and any additional information or changes to the event, by email. Please also provide a mobile number for contact on the day if needed.

• Please ensure your child has a water bottle and pack a snack if required (the session is only 2 hours but we will have a short break in between activities).

• A photographer may be in attendance at this event. If you do not want to be photographed, or have your family photographed, please let the photographer know. Please note: any photos taken may be used in DMFS publications, online or on social media.