Tips for Military Moves
Dec 15, 2020

Tips for Military Moves.

Seasoned members of the United States armed services are well-accustomed to moving, often relocating more than any other profession in the country. Despite this, it’s not an easy process and in fact can become quite a challenge when it happens frequently. Unpacking everything only to have to pack it all up again and travel to a new destination can wear down anyone, especially family members the join them. So how to make this experience easier on everyone involved?

To help with the physical part of the move, use labeled bins that can be pulled out quickly and used repeatedly, it’ll help keep things organized. Perform an audit of what you’ll really need, consider if some items might be better to keep long-term than others. Reach out to militaryonesource.mil, a Defense Department service that specializes in helping military families move.

The effect on family can be particularly tough, especially kids who will have to uproot, say goodbye to friends and get readjusted to a new life all over again. Encourage them to stay in touch with friends online, to soften the change. Let them know that you’re there for them, and that at the new destination you’ll help them adjust to their new life.

Approaching the move like a professional contractor can be a good tactic: find a moving company that you can develop a relationship with, that can learn your needs and anticipate what it will take to make the move quick, efficient and hassle-free. This can make frequent moves easier, ince teams like Smart People Moving can be ready at a moment’s notice to put the gears in motion when they know you’ll need them on hand regularly.