Preparation for Your Next PCS Move: A Guide for Military Families 🚛✨

Preparing for a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) is a challenging yet exciting time for military families. Each move is an opportunity for a fresh start, but the process often brings its fair share of stress. With the right strategies and tools, however, you can make your PCS move smoother, more organized, and even enjoyable. Here’s your guide offered by our military families at MustWants to navigate this important transition, packed with a few tips and insights from our military families to yours.

Embrace the PCS Journey with a Plan 📋

When the orders come in, it’s time to shift into planning mode. The first step is to create a comprehensive checklist. You’ll want to list all necessary tasks, such as setting up a moving day, organizing family documentation, and researching your new location. MustWants is actually building several interactive checklists to empower your family experience.

1. Organizing Documents

Gather all essential paperwork, including medical records, school records, and military documents. Keeping these documents in a portable file organizer ensures they're accessible through the chaos of moving. This keeps your mind clear so you can focus on what really matters—your family.

2. Researching Your New Home…