They are vital. Without supports, I don't think that families would be able to traverse the number of moves they have to do.
As you noted, you're in Shearwater. Every MFRC is very different, depending on the demographic they serve. We've had two different experiences between Greenwood and Borden. I would like to also see a little more levelling of the playing field with that too, because it can be very stressful to try to traverse moves, schools, health care, etc.
They are an invaluable resource.