Relocation Assistance

Your Military and Family Support Center provides relocation assistance to help make PCS moves as smooth as possible. Resources include:

• PCS planning: Most relocation assistance programs offer consultations to help you with the moving process. If this your first military move, your first time moving overseas or you have challenging or complex circumstances contact your installation Relocation Assistance Program as soon as possible for support.
• Plan My Move: An online War Department relocation tool that provides you with customizable checklists and links to helpful resources for the tasks ahead.
• Military OneSource: A website and contact center that offer 24/7 support for moving information and resources. Learn more about PCS basics. For comprehensive moving resources and information, including Defense Personal Property login details, visit Moving Your Personal Property.
• Workshops and briefings: Workshops vary by location. You may find classes on housing options, moving with children, moving with pets and more.
• Predeparture briefings: These sessions provide essential information about your move and may be required for some populations.
• Special needs: If you have a child or family member enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program, contact your installation EFMP-Family Support office to assist you.
• Settling-in services: Look for welcome programs or local area tours that may be offered. Overseas services may include introductory language classes and cultural awareness activities.
• Foreign-born spouse support: Assistance includes information and referral to resources such as immigration and naturalization.
• Emergency assistance: Sometimes emergencies occur while moving. The Military and Family Support Center has the resources to provide emergency financial assistance, as well as information and referrals.
• Authorized housing flexibility options: Eligible service members with PCS orders may be entitled to flexibilities such as extended stays in government housing and early housing eligibility. Contact your military personnel office for more information.
• Spouse licensure reimbursement: Your service branch may reimburse spouses up to $1,000 for relicensure and certification costs resulting from relocations or PCS moves. See this Military OneSource article Transferring Your Professional License for more information and specific service branch policies.

Register for Cultural Exchange/Relocation classes provided by ACS covering the following topics:

• Basic German: Learning a new language can be intimidating and finding a chance to practice with others can be even more challenging. Join ACS for our weekly basic German class, held every Tuesday. Participants can expect a relaxed and encouraging atmosphere that is perfect for practicing basic German words and phrases; this class is key to building the confidence to master the German language while serving your overseas tour. This training is open to all eligible DoD ID Cardholders.
• English as a Second Language (ESL): If you are a foreign born spouse, and English is not your native language, this class offers a relaxed atmosphere to help you improve your English language skills.
• Nuremberg by Rail: Looking for something fun to do? Join us as we embark upon a European Adventure in your own backyard. This trip to Nuremberg will teach you how to navigate Germany's railway system. Once in Nuremberg, enjoy a free walking tour and lunch (at own expense)! Fun for all ages and available for all DoD ID cardholders.
• Rothenburg by Rail: For residents in Storck Barracks this trip to Rothenburg will teach you how to navigate Germany's railway system. Once in Rothenburg, enjoy the beautiful sights of a town preserved by time! Fun for all ages and available for all DoD ID cardholders.
• Shopping on the Economy: Discover how to shop like a local. Learn shopping cart use, Pfandautomat use, weighing your products, and much more.
• Host Nation Orientation: Part of your in-processing time, you will learn about German culture, traditions, and activities to prepare you for assignment in this foreign country.
• Storck Orientation: Local community & cultural orientation for those living in the Illesheim area.