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Tips on preparing children for PCS season
July 24, 2023 — For military families, moving can occur during any time of year but generally takes place during the peak months of May through August. During this transition of saying goodbye to friends and family and moving to a new community, there is generally an increase in stress for parents as well as children... MORE

Army offers tips for managing post-PCS stress
July 14, 2023 — Moving season is in full swing for many military families. The process of a Permanent Change of Station, or PCS, can be both exciting and stressful... MORE

How to minimize service member, family stress during PCS season
June 26, 2023 — For many service members, the general rotation for a Permanent Change of Station is every two to four years. Regardless of how many times a military family has moved, each move varies, and each family member responds differently to the transition... MORE

Army addressing PCS-related issues as a top priority
July 21, 2021 — The Army is addressing service members’ permanent change of station, or PCS, issues this summer with a newly created crisis action team, or CAT, that meets daily... MORE

Soldiers and Families can download free apps to assist with the PCS process: Digital Garrison, Army PCS Move, and PCS My POV.

M&FRC, Key Spouse partnership helps welcome future JBSA families
January 14, 2021 — When military members receive orders to change duty stations, also known as permanent change of station, their first plan of action might be to investigate the new location. A good place to find answers to the questions incoming JBSA families have is Military OneSource... MORE

When military members receive orders to change duty stations, also known as permanent change of station, their first plan of action might be to investigate the new location. A good place to find answers to the questions incoming JBSA families have is Military OneSource.

New Medical Provider Trends Dashboard available
August 12, 2020 — Airmen and Space professionals relocating on a permanent change of station with dependents are now able to access a Medical Provider Trends Dashboard that provides historical medical services information at Department of the Air Force installations. ... MORE

Army rolls out new app to improve PCS move experience in COVID-19 era
April 28, 2020 — The Army has released “Army PCS Move” – a mobile knowledge-based app designed to enhance the relocation experience for Soldiers, families, and Department of the Army civilians... MORE

Don’t sign that lease! DOD orders “Stop Movement” for all domestic travel
March 24, 2020 — To combat the spread of COVID-19, all Department of Defense military personnel will “stop movement” – meaning no Permanent Change of Station (PCS) or Temporary Duty (TDY) travel – effective March 16 through May 11, 2020... MORE

New Army initiatives to cut cost, time for spouses to continue careers
May 15, 2019 — The Army recently issued a directive to reduce the financial burden for spouses who wish to continue their professional careers after they move to a new duty station. The policy allows spouses to be reimbursed up to $500 for qualified relicensing costs that result from a permanent change of station or assignment to a different state. ... MORE

The Army recently issued a directive to reduce the financial burden for spouses who wish to continue their professional careers after they move to a new duty station. The policy allows spouses to be reimbursed up to $500 for qualified relicensing costs that result from a permanent change of station or assignment to a different state.

Limited professional gear allowed during PCS
May 1, 2019 — As the permanent change of station peak season approaches, Air Force officials are reminding Airmen to review the Department of Defense policy on transportation of professional gear to avoid costly charges... MORE

As the permanent change of station peak season approaches, Department of Defense officials are reminding service members to review the Department of Defense policy on transportation of professional gear to avoid costly charges.

How to make a PCS move easier during peak household goods shipping season
July 10, 2018 — Peak moving season is from May through August and Joint Base San Antonio averages approximately 4,500 customer shipments during that time... MORE

Use of the Defense Personal Property System, or DPS, website at http://www.move.mil is required to request shipment dates.

Proactively prepare for your upcoming PCS move
June 6, 2017 — With the personal property peak season of May through August upon us, people are encouraged to proactively plan their moves. There are a few tips that can help ease the process and allow for a better overall permanent change of station, or PCS, experience... MORE

Understanding your responsibilities and the responsibilities of the transportation service provider, or TSP, will definitely improve your relocation experience.

Make PCS easier during peak household goods shipping season
April 26, 2017 — Military and civilian members who make permanent change of station, or PCS, moves from one duty station to another are authorized many entitlements... MORE

When planning a move, prepare early and be flexible by providing alternate dates for pack and pick-up that you are willing to accept for your property. Never schedule a pick-up or delivery on the same day you vacate or gain access to your residence.