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An official army family and MWR Site

AN OFFICIAL ARMY FAMILY AND MWR SITE

Relocation Readiness

Newcomer Orientation

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Request a Sponsor

Connect with a trained service member (or family support) at your new duty station to ease your transition.

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Classes

Participate in classes that will strengthen your transition skills and community connections.

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Contact Us

Contact a Relocation Specialist

Start Strong at Your New Duty Station

When you arrive at a new installation, everything can feel unfamiliar – new streets, new buildings, new rules. The Newcomer Orientation helps you get settled, learn how things work, and feel at home faster.

Newcomer Orientation Meeting

It’s a great way to:

  • Learn about base services, programs, and policies
  • Get tips about schools, housing, and child care
  • Meet other newcomers and ask questions
  • Hear from key community leaders and organizations

If you miss an orientation or arrive between scheduled dates, ACS can still give you a welcome packet and answer your questions one-on-one.

Check out the ACS calendar for dates, times, and registration information.

View Calendar

Ask Army Answers

  • Army Community Service (ACS) - Main Office
  • ***Emergency Leave Assistance*** - AER financial assistance requests are no longer processed through the American Red Cross or other Military Service Aid Society offices. All emergency financial and leave assistance are now processed online: aerprod.powerappsportals.us/
  • Military DSN (314) 599-1101
  • Hours:
    Monday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Tuesday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Wednesday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Thursday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00pm-4:00pm
    Friday
    7:30am-12:00pm
    1:00am-4:00pm
    Saturday
    Closed
    Sunday
    Closed
    Federal Holidays
    Closed

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Early Return of Dependents (EROD)

Early Return of Dependents (EROD)

Make your appointment for sign-off on EROD paperwork.

Nov 3 10 am - 11 am
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 4 10 am - 11 am
Newborn Network

Newborn Network

Looking to share your story or get support from other new moms? This is the place to get it.

Nov 5 9 am - 10:30 am
Wiggles & Giggles

Wiggles & Giggles

Join us for a fun weekly playgroup for toddlers ages 1-3

Nov 5 9:30 am - 11 am
Kidz Play

Kidz Play

A fun group for children ages 1 to 3!

Nov 5 10 am
Milestone Training: PCS

Milestone Training: PCS

A workshop outlining how to create a budget, emergency fund and manage your debt and credit during a move.

Nov 5 10 am - 11 am
NPSP Playroom Grand Opening

NPSP Playroom Grand Opening

Play, connect and grow together at the new ACS Playroom!

Nov 5 10:30 am - 12 pm
Dads on Duty

Dads on Duty

A fun weekly opportunity for fathers and young children to play, connect, and make memories together.

Nov 8 2:30 pm - 4 pm
Early Return of Dependents (EROD)

Early Return of Dependents (EROD)

Make your appointment for sign-off on EROD paperwork.

Nov 10 10 am - 11 am
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 11 10 am - 11 am

Newborn Network

Looking to share your story or get support from other new moms? This is the place to get it.

Nov 12 9 am - 10:30 am
Newborn Network

Newborn Network

Looking to share your story or get support from other new moms? This is the place to get it.

Nov 12 9 am - 10:30 am
Newborn Network
Wiggles & Giggles

Wiggles & Giggles

Join us for a fun weekly playgroup for toddlers ages 1-3

Nov 12 9:30 am - 11 am
Kidz Play

Kidz Play

A fun group for children ages 1 to 3!

Nov 12 10 am
Milestone Training: PCS

Milestone Training: PCS

A workshop outlining how to create a budget, emergency fund and manage your debt and credit during a move.

Nov 12 10 am - 11 am
Dads on Duty

Dads on Duty

A fun weekly opportunity for fathers and young children to play, connect, and make memories together.

Nov 15 2:30 pm - 4 pm
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 18 10 am - 11 am

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 18 10 am - 11 am
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 25 10 am - 11 am
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy

Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy

A mindful movement class for parents and children ages 2–6.

Nov 25 10 am - 11 am
Calm Bodies – Strong Minds Copy