Relocation

Relocating to a new duty station is never easy. There’s just so much to think about! Service members and their families may be anxious about finding affordable housing, reputable schools and employment opportunities, to name a few.

The Relocation Assistance Program is intended to assist members become familiar of their new community and the resources available. HSWL Relocation Managers can assist to make their transition to a new duty station efficient and simple.

• Pre-departure Phase - Decisions made during this phase will affect the member and family for the following six to nine months and ultimately the next two to four years.
• Transition Phase - This is a short, high energy period that includes the departure, travel, and arrival at the new installation.
• Arrival and Orientation Phase - This period starts when the member and family arrive at the new unit.
• Reconnect Phase -  In this phase the member and family "settle in" at their new unit.
• Stabilization Phase -  This phase lasts from six months after arrival until about six to nine months before the anticipated next move.

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