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Every Move is Different
What Details Are Specific to Your Move?
Since every person's life is different, every move is different.
Arrangements for pets, children, medication, records, change of address notification, plants, packing, etc. are all standard tasks in most moves. As you plan your move you need to take time to identify those items that are special about your move. Here are some examples of things you might need to add to your list, things that are often forgotten.
Storage Options. Is the house you're having built that was supposed to be ready to occupy last month not going to be finished now until next month? Your American Red Ball agent can arrange for storage of your possessions should the need arise. Clean facilities are available to secure your belongings at either your point of origin or destination. Professional people are trained to carefully pad and pack your household items so they will be properly protected during storage.
Volunteer Work. This may be seasonal or infrequent work at a school, hosptial, church, etc. Do you help with spring landscaping or are you the person who decorates the lobby for Christmas every year? Perhaps you volunteer a week in May and a week in June making coffee and taking messages in the waiting room at your hospital. Do you volunteer to answer phones each year at a telethon? Think about things like this and give the organizations you support plenty of notice that you are moving and they need to find a replacement.
Family Activities & Memberships. Of course, you'll notify the school that your children are transferring to another school, but how about outside activities they normally participate in away from school like: piano lessons, karate lessons, YMCA, baseball, soccer, dance, Cub Scouts, bowling leagues, etc. They should also be notified that you will be moving. Don't forget to inquire about whether a partial refund is available if you paid membership or participation fees.
Professional Associations. Notify the professional associations you belong to that you are moving and will not attend future meetings. They'll appreciate your courtesy and may be able to give you information about local chapters at your new location. Be sure to network heavily so you can arrive at your new location with referrals for new networking contacts.
Support Groups. If you belong to any support groups for illness, dependency, grief, elder caregiver, or other issues, be sure to get information about support groups available at your new location. If you are already in a stressful time in your life, outside support may be needed more than ever as you face the changes and responsibilities involved in a move.
