PCS Resources
Collection of resources and links to help you along in the PCS process. Be sure to check out the entire site for more detailed information.
Coast Guard
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My CG (Coast Guard News and Information)
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HSWL App (App Store Google Play) (Information about support programs and services available to Coast Guard members and families)
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My CG App (App Store Google Play) (Access all the information found on MyCG from your phone)
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CG SUPRT (Offers hundreds of articles, legal library, videos, self-assessments, quizzes, courses, financial tools, and much more. You can even chat with a CG SUPRT counselor, file your taxes for free, or request other CG SUPRT services directly through the site.)
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Coast Guard Mutual Assistance (CGMA) (CGMA is the official relief society of the U.S. Coast Guard. CGMA provides assistance to those who are in times of need.)
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CGMA Education Advocate Grant - Helps hire an education advocate for families with special needs dependents
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Sea Legs (The Family Member’s Guide to the U.S. Coast Guard)
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CG Portal (CAC required)
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DoD365 (CAC required) (Basic access to email from anywhere)
PCS and Move
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Transportation Command (TRANSCOM) (Overseas all DoD and Coast Guard moving)
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Military One Source (Department of Defense 24/7 gateway for trusted information, resources, and confidential help)
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Defense Personal Property System (DPS) (System for planning move)
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Military Family.com (National Military Family Association)
Spouse Job & School Assistance
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Social Media Groups: Coast Guard Spouses VitForce Career Military Spouses
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Military.com Spouse Employment Page - a collection of information to help you navigate the hiring process and plan your career
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Blue Star Families - USAA, Navy Federal, and PenFed working together to help military spouses
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Military Spouse Jobs - website assisting spouse job placement and career progression
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Military One Source Spouse Education & Career Opportunities - comprehensive resources and tools to help spouses at all stages of their career
Health Care
Tricare Coverage Map
Pay
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Basic Allowance for Substance (BAS) (Monthly allowance for food)
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Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) (Monthly allowance for housing costs)
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Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (OCOLA) (Monthly adjustment for inflation and cost of living in certain locations)
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Continental U.S. Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) (Monthly adjustment for inflation and cost of living in certain locations)
Administration