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Relocation Services: Your moving experience begins well before you receive your Permanent Change of Station (PCS) orders. Whether you are arriving or departing Okinawa, or acting as a sponsor to an inbound Marine or Sailor, knowing what to expect and who to contact will significantly reduce the stress of moving. Whether it's your first time moving or acting as a sponsor or you have done it many times, Marine & Family Programs - Resources staff is here to help. Our office maintains the most current and up to date relocation-related information and processes, information on Navy and Marine Corps installations and much more! We can help make your move to or from Okinawa as ‘Smooth' as possible.
Information and Referral: Marine and Family I & R Specialists are available to provide individualized one-on-one assistance to assist with individual readiness and personal development. Marine and Family Programs I & R Specialists are also available to provide assistance in locating information, resources and referrals, and coordinate unit and group training to include Personal Finance, Language and Culture, Transition, Relocation and Individual Effectiveness workshops.
Marine & Family Programs - Resources
Marine & Family Programs - Resources serves as your DoD family center for Marines and Sailors stationed on Okinawa. Our locations are staffed with specialists trained to provide information, individual assistance and/or referrals necessary to maintain the high quality of life you are accustomed to. Visit any location to speak to a specialist or attend one of many workshops offered to assist with transition, cultural adaptation and personal readiness.
Marine & Family Programs - Resources is available to positively impact the mission readiness of Marines and commands, and prevent individual problems which detract from unit performance. Unit training is available upon request, and can be customized and coordinated with other Marine and Family Service programs to address unique challenges within the command.
1. MyCAA Expansion:The FY20 National Defense Authorization Act expands the program to help pay tuition up to $4,000 for a license, certification or associate degree to pursue any occupation or career. As long as the military spouse, school and a Spouse Education and Career Opportunities (SECO) career coach work together to define a clear career path the funds can be applied. Previously, MyCAA could only be used toward 13 defined fields and 170 careers.Call Military One Source at 800-342-9647 to connect with a SECO career coach.https://www.defense.gov/Newsroom/Releases/Release/Article/2072282/ndaa-expands-military-spouse-scholarship/2. Off Base Child Care Brochure is Attached. Child Care Fee Assistance was created to provide authorized USMC personnel assistance in locating, selecting, and offsetting the cost of civilian child care when on-base child care is not available. The USMC Child Care Assistance brochure explains the process to determine eligibility.3. TRICARE For Life (TFL)TFL is Medicare-wraparound coverage for TRICARE beneficiaries who have Medicare Part A and Part B. This is regardless of your age or where you live. It provides comprehensive health care coverage. With TFL, you also get prescription coverage under the TRICARE Pharmacy Program.https://tricare.mil/CoveredServices/BenefitUpdates/Archives/01_28_20_How_TRICARE_For_Life_Eligibility_Enrollment_Works
4. Article and Status of Forces Survey Please disseminate as widely as you are able: Since 2017, DoD has included a Financial Literacy and Preparedness Survey as part of the annual Status of Forces Survey, as mandated by Congress. The new Status of Forces Survey is open now. If you have been invited to participate, you should have received a letter and weekly email reminders (since early December 2019) with information on completing the survey. The link is in this article: https://www.usmc-mccs.org/articles/financial-readiness-is-mission-critical1/
5. VetResources: http://www.va.gov/VetResourcesVetResources offers free event tickets, premium subscriptions, audio books, National Park passes, video games, Walgreens Flu shots, Amazon Prime membership discounts etc.
6. MilSpouse Money Mission: https://www.milspousemoneymission.org/ The aim of MilSpouse is to educate and empower military spouses to elevate their families by making smart money moves - set financial goals, read about issues related to military spouses, families and money management
To stay up to date with the latest COVID-19 news and updates, please visit: https://www.iiimef.marines.mil/Coronavirus-Information/ for more information.
For any other updates and resources related to COVID-19, please visit the websites below:Center for Disease Control: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.htmlNational Governors Association (State Directives pertaining to COVID-19): https://www.nga.org/coronavirus/#actions211 Centers to respond to any I&R related concerns for Marines & Family members: www.211.orgMilitary OneSource: www.militaryonesource.mil/coronavirus Military OneSource 24/7/365 has created personalized support. Please call 1-800-342-9647 OR for OCONUS calling options, visit: https://www.militaryonesource.mil/international-calling-options
Personal and Professional Development - Resources (P&PD-R) Workshops and Classes:
MCCS Okinawa is taking decisive actions to reduce potential risks and minimize the spread of COVID-19. In order to adhere to the Centers for Disease Control guidance, are facilities will be closed for walk-in services effective 1 April 2020 until further notice. This includes the suspension of all in-person check-in/out services, classes, workshops, and one-on-one appointments. In the interest of continuing to provide services to our valued customers, we are placing our mandated workshops online. Furthermore, Personal and Professional Development Staff Members will be available to provide to information and referral services, answer program related questions, and provide one-on-one counseling assistance via telephone or internet.
Newcomers’ Orientation Welcome Aboard (NOWA) Brief:We are moving the NOWA briefs online at Qualtrics.com. Newcomers needing to fulfill the requirement can sign-up for an online session at our MCCS Relocation Services website: www.mccsokinawa.com/relocation. An email confirmation will be sent out to you with the link and the access codes you will need to complete your online orientation. If needed, once you complete the orientation you can proceed to any of the MCCS libraries the following day to receive a check-in stamp.
Smooth Move Workshops:We are moving the Smooth Move Workshops online at Qualtrics.com. Service Members PCSing or EASing needing to fulfill the requirement can sign-up for an online session at our MCCS Relocation Services website: www.mccsokinawa.com/relocation. An email confirmation will be sent out to you with the link and the access codes you will need to complete your online training. Once completed you can proceed to any of the MCCS libraries the following day to receive your checkout stamp.
Sponsorship Trainings and Sponsorship Coordinator (SC) Trainings:Sponsorship Training and SC Training will be available on a one-on-one basis online and via telephone. For one-on-one appointments, please email: MCBB_PPDR_Request@usmc.mil.
Suspended indefinitely until further notice. Please visit our MCCS Relocation Services webpage: www.mccsokinawa.com/relocation for future updates.
Suspended indefinitely until further notice.
Loan Locker Services:Suspended indefinitely until further notice. Patrons with loan locker items currently checked out will receive an automatic extension until services are resumed.
Suspended indefinitely until further notice. Please visit our MCCS Cultural Awareness webpage: www.mccsokinawa.com/culturalawareness for future updates.
Personal Financial Management (PFM) Program:Online and telephone one-on-one counseling appointments will be available to you. To schedule an appointment please call our facilities at the numbers listed below or email: MCBB_PPDR_Request@usmc.mil. PFM workshops will be suspended indefinitely. Please see your Command Financial Specialists for additional support.
MCCS Marine & Family Program - Resources Telephone Numbers: Camp Foster: 645-2104/2106/8395/7494 Camp Courtney: 622-7332 Camp Hansen: 623-4522Camp Kinser: 637-2815 Camp Schwab: 625-2622
a. MCIPAC/MCBB Order 1754.1A - MCCS Mass Casualty Crisis Action Support
b. Typhoon Guide
c. Emergency Preparedness for Americans in Japan (U. S. Embassy - Tokyo)
d. Calling For Help/Emergency Contact Information (U. S. Embassy - Tokyo)
e. Japan Meteorological Agency
f. Joint Typhoon Warning Center
g. American Red Cross Okinawa Disaster Preparedness Webpage
h. III MEF Emergency Evacuation Page
i. Marine Corps Bases Butler/Camp Foster Disaster Preparedness Webpage
j. Okinawa Prefecture Disaster Prevention Information Portal
k. III MEF/MCIPAC/MCBB Order 3000.1E - Typhoon Procedures
Calling options from Okinawa are: 1. Dial 645-7734 from any DSN phone. 2. Dial 098-970-7734 from any Local Japanese cell phone or Local Japanese land line phone. 3. Dial 1-877-476-7734 from any US based VOIP Line (Vonage, Skype, Magic Jack, etc.).
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We are moving the Smooth Move Workshops online at Qualtrics.com. Service Members PCSing or EASing needing to fulfill the requirement can sign-up for an online session at our MCCS Relocation Services website: www.mccsokinawa.com/relocation. An email confirmation will be sent out to you with the link and the access codes you will need to complete your online training. Once completed you can proceed to any of the MCCS libraries the following day to receive your checkout stamp.
Per MARADMIN 198/20, effective 31 March 2020, all domestic travel for DoD components is halted in response to COVID-19.
Per MARADMIN 193/20, effective 26 March 2020, all DoD International Travel is restricted to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Per MARADMIN 159/20, effective 11 March 2020, provides guidance on 2020 Peak Moving Season Preparations for all Marines, Civilian Marines and their families.
Per MARADMIN 221/19, effective 2 April 2019, all accompanied Marines and Sailors (attached to a USMC units) are eligible to bring their full Joint Travel Regulations (JTR) weight allowance to Okinawa. Unaccompanied Service Members (USMC and USN attached to a USMC units) are allowed to bring 600 lbs. .
Smooth Move Workshop Booklet (Online Version) (February 2020)
Financial Planning Worksheet for a PCS Move (2011 PFM Curriculum)
Smooth Move PCS Checklist (March 2019)
TRS-Relocation Checklist for Marines (November 2019)
TRS-Relocation Checklist for Sailors (November 2019)
USMC Personal Property Facebook Page (Can only be accessed from a personal computer)
Naval Supply Command Household Goods Webpage
10 Steps to the Move Process (2019)
Day(s) Before Packers Arrive What Should You Do (Sept 2018)
Shipping Alcoholic Beverages Brochure (May 2019)
Move.mil
*Move.mil - OCONUS Moving Guide
*Move.mil - Lost & Damage Claims
*DMO DPS (Move.mil) Step by Step Guide
DMO Brochure - Military Moving Tips
DMO Outbound Shipment Form
Defense Travel Management Office (DTMO) Household Goods/Relocation Allowances Frequently Asked Questions
Housing Application
Temporary Living Allowance Brochure (Updated April 2017)
It's Your Move - Household Goods Booklet for Navy Personnel (March 2019)
Household Goods: Information and Suggestions for Shipments (April 2019)
Administrative Household Goods (HHG) Weight Allowance Location (April 2019)
USMC Passenger Transportation Facebook Page (Can only be accessed from a personal computer)
Government of Japan Animal Quarantine Service (AQS) Pet Exportation Webpages
Government of Japan Animal Quarantine Service (AQS) Information Sheet (November 2018)
Okinawa Veterinary Services PCS "Good To Know" Information Sheet (February 2019)
U. S Department of Agriculture - Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service Pet Travel Webpage
HQ Air Mobility Command Pet Brochure (April 2018)
HQMC Pet Brochure for Commercial Airline Transport (February 2019)
Airline Customer Pet Handout (February 2019)
MCCS Personal Financial Management Webpage
Request a Sponsor
Military Installations Application (Military OneSource)
Plan My Move Application (Military OneSource)
Loan Locker Form (November 2018)
Navy - MyPCS Mobile App
For any questions on the above links/ forms, please contact our Relocation Section at 645-8395 or mcbb_reloassist@usmc.mil.
Click on the 1st Quarter 2020 Information & Referral Database to access. For questions or additional assistance, please contact 645-2104, 637-2815, 623-4522 or 625-2622.
MCCS Okinawa is taking decisive actions to reduce potential risks and minimize the spread of COVID-19. In order to adhere to Center for Disease Control guidance, ALL Marine & Family Program Resources facilities will be closed to the public until further notice.
Sponsorship Training and SC Training will be available on a one-on-one basis online and via telephone. To sign up for an appointment please call one of our facilities at the numbers listed below or visit our MCCS Relocation Services website: www.mccsokinawa.com/relocation.
MCCS Marine & Family Program - Resources Telephone Numbers:
Camp Foster: 645-2104/2106/8395/7494 Camp Courtney: 622-7332 Camp Hansen: 623-4522Camp Kinser: 637-2815 Camp Schwab: 625-2622
MARADMIN 221-19 provided information on the changes to the Administrative Weight Limits (AWL) on Household Goods for Accompanied Marines/Sailors (assigned to Marine units) assigned to Japan. The changes are effective 2 April 2019.
Sponsors, as we continue to support the actions to reduce potential risk and minimize the spread of COVID-19, please reach out to your incoming Service Members and their families with guidance on following the 14-day Restriction of Movement (ROM) requirement.
We have updated the Sponsor’s Checklist to include sponsors creating and communicating a 14-day ROM plan with the incoming Service Members, to include ensuring newcomers have access to food and other amenities to help facilitate their time during this period.
Sponsorship Training Guide (September 2020)
Sponsorship Checklist (March 2020)
Marine Accompanied Personnel PCS Flowchart (February 2020)
Marine Unaccompanied PCS Flowchart (February 2020)
Navy Accompanied PCS Flowchart (February 2020)
Navy Unaccompanied PCS Flowchart (February 2020)
MCO 1320.11G - USMC Sponsorship Order
III MEF/MCIPAC/MCBB Order 1754.1A - Sponsorship Order (October 2019)
PCS Checklist for Incoming Personnel (February 2020)
PCS Checklist for Incoming Civilian Personnel (October 2019)
Okinawa PCS “Must Know" Information (December 2019)
Sponsorship Request Form
Housing Renovation Slide (March 2017)
Household Goods Information and Suggestions - (April 2019)
Pets and Military Housing
Overseas Screening Information
Children and Youth Programs
For any questions on the above links/forms, please contact our Relocation Section at 645-8395/2104 or MCBB_ReloAssist@usmc.mil.
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