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The Selfridge Relocation Readiness Program assists military families through all phases of transition (e.g. PCS, ETS, extended TDY, deployment). It also: provides world-wide installation information through an automated information system; coordinates installation relocation services; and, provides pre- and post-move briefings, Welcome Packets, relocation counseling, unit sponsorship training, local hotel/motel listings and other assistance for individuals preparing to relocate. If you would like any additional information on the relocation readiness services offered, please print out the Relocation Program Services Form and FAX it to the number listed above. Moving to Selfridge? For housing, housing referrals, apartment/home buying, and rental information, please visit http://www.selfridge.army.mil/housing.htm.

Building 780, Room 12 Selfridge ANGB, Michigan  48045-5263
(586) 307-5949 (DSN Prefix 273) FAX (586) 307-5593
E-mail us at relocation@selfridgemwr.com

 

  
   

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Loan Closet – For temporary loan (usually up to 2 weeks) of small household items and other relocation items. Kitchen Loaner Kits (necessary kitchen items), appliance packs (toasters, iron, and coffeemakers), linen packs (sheets, blankets, and towels), and air mattresses (with an attached pump) are available for use by incoming and outgoing service members and their families. Car seats, cribs, high chairs, vacuums, and strollers are also available. Units located 50 or more miles from U.S.. Army Garrison-Detroit Arsenal (DTA) at Selfridge, who are supported by the U.S. Army Garrison-Detroit Arsenal (DTA) may be able to utilize the Loan Closet Outreach Program, which allows specific loaner items to be placed in the unit (on site) for distribution to incoming service members. Program availability is based on funding and the unit’s geographical location. Inquire about the program at the above address and phone number. Please click here to go to the SCS Loan Closet Form (Hand Receipt). This form must be printed and brought with you when you are actually ready to sign out loaner items. Loan Closet items are issued on a first come, first serve basis. Newcomer’s Briefing -

A Newcomer Briefing CD is now available in the Selfridge Community Service Relocation Readiness Office located in Bldg. 780, Room 12. PLEASE NOTE: The Newcomer Briefing will no longer be held each month. Stop by to pick up your Newcomer Briefing CD, contact SCS at 586-307-5949 or email scs@tacom.army.mil for information. The Monthly Newcomer Briefings is No Longer Held!

Newcomers with computer access can also visit The Selfridge Community Service web site to view the CD and provide feedback about the contents and its usefulness. The Library, located in Building 780, has computer access which can be used by those who are temporarily unable to use their own computers.

TRICARE North representatives provide a detailed briefing from 0845 to 0945 hours and are also available to answer questions all morning. General information may found at www.tricare.osd.mil/north.  Call the TRICARE at    (877) TRICARE (874-2273) for additional information.

Smooth Moves (Pre-move) Briefing - Held every other month on the third Thursday of every other month in Bldg. 780, Room 104, 0830 - 1215 hours. Prepares service and family members of all branches for their next PCS move (departing Selfridge). Smooth Move Briefings are designed to provide departing service members and families with vital information prior to their next CONUS and OCONUS assignment. This briefing is mandatory for all Army E-4 and below personnel. Spouses are welcome and encouraged to attend. Childcare is available at no cost to Smooth Moves Briefing attendees. The number of available childcare slots are limited. Early registration will ensure attendees requiring this childcare receive one of the available slots. Get in formation about your new installation at http://www.dmdc.osd.mil. DVD’s for PCS’ing to Germany, the Netherlands and Italy are available at in BLDG 780,Room 12.

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  • Pre-registration for the Smooth Moves Briefing is required and can be made telephonically at 586-307-5949, or in person at Selfridge Community Services, Bldg. 780, Room 12 not later than the Friday before the briefing you want to attend. Briefing dates are listed below:

Welcome Packet - Provides general and specific installation information to individuals who are moving to Selfridge. Packet includes brochures and booklets pertaining to events, programs, and services in around Selfridge. There are also area maps, base telephone numbers, and a variety of other need-to-know items regarding the availability of a variety of facilities and services at SANGB. Order a Welcome Packet by calling 586-307-5949. Welcome Packet CD-Roms are available for mailing or can be read by clicking here.

Relocation Assistance Coordinating Committee (RACC) - Comprised of installation relocation service providers charged with monitoring, evaluating, and updating the relocation service delivery system. Community members who have identified problems or have suggestions related to Selfridge’s relocation process should contact the RACC POC located in Bldg. 780, Room 12. Phone 586-307-5949 to have their concerns brought to the RACC’s attention.

Waiting Family Program - Assists families of deployed service members or families who are geographically separated due to an unaccompanied tour of duty or repatriation. Registration or notification is required. Provides personalized assistance and close monitoring of family members to ensure resolution of problems, provide necessary information, and make referrals to appropriate agencies or other resources. POC located in Bldg. 780, Room 12, (586)307-5949.

SITES – Provides current relocation information via a computerized database of all branches’ military installations worldwide. Can be accessed on line at http://www.dmdc.osd.mil/sites. Contact the Relocation Readiness Program, located in Bldg. 780, Room 12, (586)307-5949, to request a printed SITES book for a specific installation.

Relocation Counseling - Counsels service members and their families on preparations for their next PCS move. Counseling sessions reduce the stressors associated with relocating and ensure families and sponsors are knowledgeable about the relocation process. Appointment basis only. Contact the Relocation Readiness Program, located in Bldg. 780, Room 12, at (586)307-5949.

Foreign Born Spouses Assistance – Teaches and enhances foreign born spouses may learn or enhance their English skills through English-as-a-Second Language (ESL) classes or workshops. The classes are offered at Macomb Community College http://www.macomb.edu/continuingproeducation/classes/sign&esl.asp.  For additional information, contact the Relocation Readiness Program, located in Bldg. 780, Room 12, at (586)307-5949. {For Immigration and Naturalization Service information, visit http://www.ins.gov.}

Sponsorship Assistance – Assists unit sponsors with Welcome Packets, special information requests, and sponsorship duty information upon request. Service members must request a sponsor through their current or gaining Unit Training office. Requests may be made online or via email at some units. Check installation Web Pages or Family Services Offices to see if your gaining unit can assign a sponsor online or via Email. For additional information, contact the Relocation Readiness Program, located in Bldg. 780, Room 12, at (586)307-5949.

Housing Assistance (Government Quarters) – Available Army Housing information for Government quarters worldwide is available on the web at http://housing.army.mil/.  Naval base information can be found at www.housing.navy.mil. The Selfridge Housing Office is located on the 1st floor of BLDG. 970 and may be contacted at DSN 273 or Commercial 586-307-5051. or Visit Selfridge Housing Web Site at http://www.selfridge.army.mil/Housing.htm  

DUE TO BRAC THE USAG-DTA IS NO LONGER MOVING FAMILIES INTO GOVERNMENT QUARTERS. VISIT THE HOUSING SERVICES OFFICE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

HOUSING SERVICES OFFICE.   Housing Referral Assistance (Off-Base Housing) - Army Housing Referral information for off base housing is available on the web http://housing.army.mil . Naval base information can be found at www.housing.navy.mil . The Selfridge Housing Referral Office is currently located in BLDG. 970, and may be contacted at DSN 273 or Commercial 586-307-5051.

TRICARE North – Provides a detailed briefing during the monthly Newcomer Briefing from 0845 to 0945 hours and is available to answer questions all morning. General information may found at the www.tricare.osd.mil/north. Call the TRICARE 1(877)-TRICARE (874-2273) for additional information.

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