PCS — Planning A Smooth Transition
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This article is designed
to offer practical suggestions
to help you plan a smooth and
successful stateside or overseas
PCS. It includes tips on managing
expenses, moving logistics
and checklists to help you keep
up with the details.
Available Assistance
There are groups available to assist you and your family. Go to them for support
as often as necessary.
- Military offices of transportation, housing and legal
assistance provide important information and necessary
processing required for a transfer.
- The network of family support centers can help meet your needs in a variety of ways.
- Brochures and workshops on moving, stress management and parenting are available.
- You can get the latest information about stateside and overseas installations,
including computer access to the worldwide installation information system, SITES.
- Welcome kits are provided to help your transition.
- Referrals to spouse employment assistance programs are available as well.
- A Sponsorship Program often assigns a servicemember of similar
rank and job description to ease the transition to your new
installation. Sponsors also may be available for children through
military installation youth centers. Sponsorships vary by
service and location. See your commander for more information.
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Updated Thursday, September 18, 2008
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