Relocation Readiness Program

Moving is a natural part of life for Soldiers and their Families. The Relocation Readiness Program (RRP) offers a comprehensive personal and family support system designed to help you and your Family make any Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move as smooth as possible. The mission of RRP is to minimize the stressors of relocation by offering skills and resources to Soldiers and Families that simplify the moving process. We envision quality relocation support for Soldiers and their Families throughout the military career lifecycle.

Upcoming Newcomer Orientation and Bus Tours: Feb 26th, March 12th and March 26th

We offer bi-monthly Newcomer Family Orientations/Tours to introduce newly assigned personnel and their Families to Fort Benning. Groups meet at the Benning Conference Center at 9am and there is free child care provided with pre-registration. Call (706) 545-0403 for more information or to register.

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Subprograms

Relocation Counseling

Relocation counseling is provided on an individual or group basis. It is available to both in and outbound personnel with primary focus on pre-departure counseling, relocation planning, and personnel preparing for their first permanent change of station (PCS) move.

Newcomers Orientation and Bus Tour

The Newcomer Orientation assists incoming personnel by providing information about many services available on the installation. Did you know that Columbus was a Navy town before it was an Army town? How about the Mother of the Blues, Ma Rainey lived in Columbus with her family? Or, that President Dwight D. Eisenhower was stationed at Fort Benning during his distinguished military career? These are a few of the little known facts that you will hear about on the Fort Benning/Uptown Columbus Bus Tour.

Lending Closet

The Lending Closet has basic household items available for Soldiers and Families arriving or leaving Fort Benning while their household goods are in transit. Items include basic kitchen equipment, high chairs, car seats, pack-n-plays, sleeping mats, microwaves, ironing boards, irons, and alarm clocks. Items may be borrowed for 30 days. Orders to Fort Benning, an ID card, and a Unit POC are required to check items out.

Multicultural Services

This program offers information on policies, procedures and forms needed for residency and citizenship application. The Relocation Readiness Program works with the Atlanta USCIS District Office to assist clients in effectively using services available to them. United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) appointments are arranged for Family Members, Active Duty Soldiers, eligible Reservists, and Retirees needing further assistance.

Citizenship Support Group

This class offers information on the U.S. government structure and history, and knowledge of American Customs needed for the citizenship test. This class is available to Active Duty Soldiers and their Family Members, Army National Guard Soldiers, and Army Reserve Soldiers. This class also refers students to Citizenship counseling if they need help with USCIS forms or information for obtaining U.S. Citizenship. In order to maximize the understanding of USCIS test and interview a strong-to-intermediate comprehension of English is required. English as a Second Language (ESL) information will be given to students as well.

Overseas Briefings

PCS'ing Overseas? ACS Relocation offers a "Need-to-Know" briefing that should not be missed by single Soldiers and Families alike! Have your questions answered and get way-ahead to make your transition smooth and enjoyable! Representatives from the following organizations will be participating:

Tricare
ACS Exceptional Family Member Program
Passports
School Liaison
Transportation
Claims (JAG)
ACS Pre-Move Financial Workshop (mandatory for E-4's and below)
ACS Relocation

Dates: 4th Wednesday of each month.
Location: Building 2626 Soldiers Plaza, 0830-1130.
Seats are limited, so call and reserve you space (706) 545-0403.

Hearts Apart

It is inevitable that throughout a Service Member's career one will be separated from their Families. In some cases, Families choose to move to areas closer to their own Family and friends. Others decide to remain in housing or stay in the immediate area until the Service Member completes his/her unaccompanied tour. Regardless of the circumstance, these types of separations can become quite overwhelming, particularly because Families are left behind without the support network and regular contact that a unit Family Readiness Group (FRG) would otherwise provide.

Army Community Service (ACS) has established the Hearts Apart program. This program offers various support services for those that have a Service Member deployed or serving on an unaccompanied tour. It provides the opportunity to share common concerns, ask questions, as well as participate in social activities.

Sponsorship Training

The US Army established the Total Army Sponsorship Program to assist Soldiers, civilian employees, and Family members during the relocation process. Attendees learn how to be a good sponsor, where to find specific information requested by incoming personnel, and the elements of the sponsorship program. The program is available to Active Duty Army, Army National Guard, Army Reserve, and civilian employees interested in becoming a sponsor.

Digital Welcome Packet

Resources

Hours & Contact Information


Address	Building 2621, Dixie Road - Soldier's Plaza (view on map)
Phone	(706) 545-4043 / 0403
Hours	Monday thru Friday: 8am - 4:30pm
Email	Contact the Relocation Readiness Program
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