APRIL 18, 2024 – Families preparing for a move can face many obstacles, however Systems Navigators are available to provide support. “Systems Navigators are trained and knowledgeable about systems of care used by families with medical and educational needs,” said Vanessa Mendez, Exceptional Family Member Program coordinator at Army Community Service. “The primary role of a … [Read more...]
Going Overseas? TRICARE For Life Goes With You
APRIL 17, 2024 – Do you have TRICARE For Life (TFL)? Are you living, moving, or planning to travel overseas? It’s important to know how your TFL coverage works outside of the U.S. and U.S. territories. “TRICARE For Life works differently overseas,” said Michael Griffin, a program analyst with the TRICARE Overseas Program Office at the Defense Health Agency. “Knowing your … [Read more...]
Service Members Get New Benefit: Pet Travel Allowance
U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Corey Klucker (right) and Senior Airman Jeff Cannella, 721st Aerial Port Squadron passenger service specialists, carry a dog to a commercial aircraft outside the Ramstein Passenger Terminal at Ramstein Air Base, Germany, May 29, 2020. Pets and kennels weighing in excess of 150 pounds are not accepted for travel. (U.S. Air Force photo by Airman 1st … [Read more...]
Personally Procured Moves: Your Move, Your Way
FEBRUARY 7, 2024 – The Traffic Management Operations office at Joint Base Langley-Eustis serves as one of the busiest personal property processing offices in the U.S. Moving from one duty station to the next is something military members experience throughout their careers. The Personally Procured Move program, formally known as a Do It Yourself, “DITY” move, has a lot of … [Read more...]
A Comprehensive Guide to Military Transfers and Settling In
JANUARY 25, 2024 - Military life is often synonymous with change, and one of the most significant changes military personnel and their families experience is the relocation from one base to another. Military transfers, also known as Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves, are common in the armed forces. This comprehensive guide explores the various aspects of military … [Read more...]