JUNE 12, 2019 - The Navy has taken another step forward to improve the quality of life of service members and their families as well as better address housing concerns now and into the future. A central housing electronic data warehouse that will provide consistent oversight of the Navy’s Private Partner Venture (PPV) and government housing programs is currently in … [Read more...]
Preparing Spouses for Deployment
JUNE 6, 2019 - As military families prepare for their Airmen to deploy, the spouse may take care of themselves last. Fortunately, there are many programs available for families preparing for deployment. “When the service member is deployed, it requires the spouse the step up and assume more responsibility,” said Glenn Garcia, 90th Medical Group Intervention Specialist. “We … [Read more...]
So Your Property Got Damaged or Lost During a PCS Move – What Now?
JUNE 4, 2019 - The stories are as varied as the Soldiers who have experienced them -- Your car door panel was pried open and is busted; you open your 55" TV packing box only to find it filled with clothes; you're at work when a hailstorm hits, leaving golf-ball sized dents all over your car. Whether you've moved to a new duty station, deployed overseas, or just lived and … [Read more...]
PCS Season Begins, Are You Ready?
MAY 24, 2019 - Are you ready to move? The peak Permanent Change of Station season is here, and more than 60,000 Soldiers, Family members and civilians across the Army will change locations between May 15 and Aug. 31. This peak season will also affect the surrounding areas, as more than 490 Soldiers and Family members assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division will begin their … [Read more...]
New PCS Services Simplify Sailor Moves
MAY 23, 2019 - To support the summer Permanent Change of Station (PCS) season, Navy Personnel Command (NPC) is taking action to improve the PCS move experience for Sailors and their families. Sailors who have already completed at least one PCS move, know the process can be quite complex – from the household goods shipment to budgeting for potential out-of-pocket expenses. … [Read more...]