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 Defense Department relocation tool that provides you with customizable checklists and links to helpful resources for the tasks ahead.
• Military OneSource: A website and call 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 log in 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: Sometime 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.

The Relocation Readiness Program is committed to making your move to El Paso as smooth as possible. The Army Community Service (ACS) team provides up-to-date information about your receiving installation and community, helping you prepare for your transition.

Need household essentials while waiting for your belongings? Our Lending Closet offers a variety of items—including family kits, pots, pans, microwaves, card tables, and chairs—available for 30-day loans, with extensions granted on a case-by-case basis.

To learn more, contact us at 915-569-4227 or visit 2494 Ricker Rd. More details can be found at Bliss Army MWR.

Installation-Specific Information

Upon arrival at Fort Bliss, personnel are encouraged to stop by Army Community Service, Building 2494 Ricker Road, for the latest information about Fort Bliss and the El Paso area. Whether single or married, ACS provides Relocation Services tailored to your needs.

Sponsorship Program

Moving is easier with the Sponsorship Program. After receiving orders, complete the Sponsor Notification Form, ensuring your contact details are available if visiting people en route. Your Commanding Officer will assign a sponsor with a similar grade and situation to help you adjust to your new location. Stay in touch with your sponsor and inform your new unit of any special needs.

Transition & Retirement Services

Military separation procedures are handled by Transition/Retirement Services. Upon receiving your separation paperwork, promptly contact the appropriate office. Transitioning service members are eligible for assistance from agencies like Army Community Services, Soldier for Life (formerly Army Career and Alumni Program), and on-post job-hunting resources.

For more information, reach out to 915-568-7165 / 3870 or visit Building 503, Pershing Rd. Additional details are available at Fort Bliss Home.

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