Moving & PCS

Moving every few years can be daunting. In these pages, we connect you with the information and resources you need to plan and execute your military moves.

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Connecting to a New Hometown

Connecting to a new hometown can be hard. Give yourself grace — and take advantage of resources, including knowledgeable people to talk to.

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DITY, or Personally Procured Moves

Military families may choose a full or partial do-it-yourself (DITY) move for important reasons. Explore the information you need to know abou…

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Effects of Moving on Military Families

There are many effects of moving on military families. Each move brings change and the need to start anew for all family members.

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PCS Planning

Follow our steps to help streamline the process of PCS planning.

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Reimbursement & Claims for Lost or Damaged Items

Get reimbursed for military moves and out-of-pocket expenses.

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WEBINARS

A Guide for the Modern Military PCS

Join MFAN and our partner, Millie, as we share how to handle the unexpected and where to turn for help in your new community.

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Keeping Your Back To School Cool

MFAN and our friends at Military Child Education Coalition (MCEC) and Exceptional Families of the Military (EFM) help military families navigate the transition to a new environment during PCS and back-to-school season.

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PCS Prep

With PCS season in full swing, many military families face a tough decision: buy or rent? MFAN alumnae Kellie Artis (COO of Millie) and Erin Ward (CEO of HRVA Homes) provide tools, tips, and resources to help you make the best housing decision for your family.

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Understanding the Effect of Military Moves

Leading up to the MFAN Solutions Summit, we decided to take a closer look at what military families were experiencing this PCS season and during previous ones. To do that, we distilled experiences from 5,546 military moves. Whether they have been in military service for 2 years or 44 years, they helped us understand everything from their finances and job prospects to their mental health and family dynamics.

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MilMap: Connect to community & find support

Let us connect you with the organizations, programs, and events that help you navigate military family life.

MilMap can help you find support for your military move, resources for kids, employment support, health and wellness information, crisis resources, and much more.

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