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Relocation Readiness

Relocation Resources and Tools

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Connect with a trained service member (or family support) at your new duty station to ease your transition.

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Participate in classes that will strengthen your transition skills and community connections.

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Contact a Relocation Specialist

Free Tools to Make Moving Easier

Whether you’re planning your first PCS or your fifth, these tools can help you stay organized, get answers, and prepare for life at your new duty station.

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Here are some of the most helpful relocation tools:

  • Plan My Move 
    Build a personalized checklist based on your moving timeline and Family needs. You can add reminders for things like shipping household goods, enrolling kids in school, or setting up new medical care.

  • MilitaryINSTALLATIONS Search for installation-specific contacts and programs. This is a great way to learn about schools, housing, transportation, and ACS services at your next location.

Welcome Packets and Area Guides

ACS provides printed or digital welcome packets with local maps, phone numbers, school district info, housing contacts, and more. Ask your local ACS for a copy.

Below are some extra tools and resources to help with your transition:

  • [local content] E.g. newcomer checklists and handouts
  • [local content] E.g. virtual orientation videos
  • [local content] E.g. spouse-specific packets, spouse employment resources
  • [local content] E.g. Local transport, school information, etc.
  • [local content] E.g. Link to installation Exceptional Family Member Program page
  • [local content] E.g. Link to Installation Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO) page (Employment Readiness)

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