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The College Spouse: PCS Won’t Hold Me Down

Finding a new job or college to attend in a new location can be very stressful. It is especially difficult for a military spouse who is moving every three years or less.

As a military spouse these changes can include looking for a new job, becoming a stay-at-home parent or a college student. These changes affect our everyday lifestyle.

I’ve found some tips that have eased my PCS stress and I would like to share them with you.

Research your new location:As soon as my spouse lets me know where we will be stationed, I’m on the computer doing my own of Recon of the area. This gives me a good look at what schools are best for me and for my children, the distance from my house to the base and what jobs are available in the area.

Learn about your Fleet & Family Support Services:If you have a spouse like mine who’s constantly deploying, become familiar with the Fleet Family Support Group and the Family Readiness Group. Not only do they have information on numerous programs for dependents and spouses, they also hold job fairs and help you with college information as well.

Begin Job Hunting:I’ve always found this handy for learning new information, regardless of whether I wanted to work or not. I update my resume when we get ready to PCS. I also visit the base website and search for jobs available on base. I attend job fairs and I make an appointment to talk with the Family Service Office to see what they have available.

Spouse Groups:As a mother of two, I’m around my children all the time. A couple of weeks ago I met a military spouse at a carnival who started a spouse group that goes out every Tuesday night for dinner and a movie. I attended my first meeting this week. Let me tell you, I had a great time. I actually had a full conversation with other adults and all the wives were super nice. Some of the wives’ husbands were in the same unit as mine.

Finding new ways to deal with being the new girl on the block has helped my family out so much. Hopefully it helps you out as well. You’ll be surprised how many spouses feel the same way you do and you may find a great friend along the way.

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