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Relocation Readiness

Relocation Resources and Tools

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Request a Sponsor

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

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Classes

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:

Appointments

To schedule a Relocation Readiness appointment, please call +1(301)677-5590 or send an email to usarmy.meade.usag.mbx.acs@army.mil

Services

  • Relocation Counseling
  • Sponsorship Training
  • Citizenship & Immigration Services Liaison
  • Services to Multicultural Families
  • Lending Closet (no child specific items such as car seats, cribs, etc.)
  • Newcomers Orientation
  • Levy Briefing
  • Provide Welcome Packets
  • Online Tools and Resources to Plan Your Move

    Military Installations provide addresses, telephone numbers, directions, installation overviews, local weather for programs, services and facilities on more the 250 military installations worldwide.

    Take control of your move with Plan My Move. Use our customizable calendar tool to create a unique personal moving plan. The calendar contains to-do lists, checklists, phone lists, and links to critical moving information from budget planners to choosing a school.

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