Make the first days of your permanent change of station as smooth as possible. Important items should be carried personally, by hand, rather than going with a mover. From important documents to materials you need on day one, here’s what to keep close.

No matter the length of your military career, you’ve probably moved at least once. It’s always an adventure. For most service members leaving the military, either at retirement or at their end of active service separation, a final move at government expense is authorized.

A benefit of military life is the opportunity to experience life in different parts of the country and the world. A permanent change of station, or PCS, is a fact of life in the military.

Taking inventory of your belongings is one way to master your move and take control of your permanent change of station. Don’t leave the tracking of your items up to the movers.

After months of planning you have arrived at your new duty station. You’ve probably got a hundred things on your mind but putting these 10 “to-dos” on top of your post-moving checklist can make life in your new home much easier.

Learn how youth sponsors and military youth programs can help transitioning military youth feel at home in their new community.

Consult your military service branch for additional help with entitlements and claims associated with your temporary or permanent change of station move.

Use the following information to help with your Coast Guard PCS move.

If you stored a privately owned vehicle, or POV in a commercial storage facility instead of storing a POV under the government’s contract, you may have noticed a change in the reimbursable amount.On October 1, 2021, U.S. …

Eligible service members and their families now have increased housing flexibility options when they receive PCS orders within the United States, including Alaska and Hawaii.

Use these helpful tips for your next PCS or military move.

Need help with your Navy PCS? Find your service branch contact information in this article.

If you have a child with an individualized education program, don’t be nervous about moving schools. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, ensures that all children with special needs have access to a free, appropriate public education and the tools needed to meet their educational goals — no matter where or how often your family moves.

Your spouse is deploying, and you might be tempted to pack up and move closer to your family.

Finding the right care for your child with special needs starts with asking the right questions. The military offers quality, affordable child care options, both on the installation and off.