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People move for many reasons, and a move is
always stressful. When the move is due to your spouse's career it can be
doubly disorienting: you may have to give up a career, friends, family
and a home you love, with no guarantees.
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In my life so far I have relocated five times. I've been on four coasts
in three countries on two continents. My most momentous move was when I
left Scotland for the USA. I now feel qualified to tell you that trying
to be understood in a new culture is exhausting even when you speak approximately
the same language as the locals. Especially if, like me, you hated to look
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An intriguing service for the new arrival in South Florida. Offering corporate and private services, this concierge business runs errands for you when you can't, or when you simply need a little help. Perfect for 'relocatees'. (They also have a 'new parents' service. Cute.) new!Spouse Job A resource for the relocating spouse and or the companies who wish to sponsor your employment search. They provide employment support services and 2/3 of their fee is based on successful placement. Check out their site or recommend them to your spouse's company, if they do not already have a plan in place. A new site from the people behind Expat Exchange. This site is aimed at people living and moving within the US. At last, another site to help you look after yourself when making a move. Cathy Goodwin, The Moving Lady, offers resources, advice and even career coaching. Relocation publications for US cities. Founded in 1997, expatexchange.com claims
to be the largest online community for English-speaking expatriates.
Comprised of over 140 country and topic networks that can be accessed
for FREE, the community has supported over 400,000 expats through all
phases of the expatriation and repatriation process. A commercial site, offering relocation
assistance for overseas relocation. Tell your company about it, if they
don't offer relocation assistance This site is a mine of information about
life in all parts of the USA: cost of living comparisons, things to do
in your new region, tools and tips for moving, relocation services.
There are searchable directories and you can even register for discount
coupons from the service providers. A literary and humor magazine for
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new! Getting Information About Your New Town Suddenly
You're The Wife...Even if You're The Husband! SPOUSE TALK (tales from the veterans) new! I've been talking with veteran movers about their
experiences. Stephanie Gerstein, expert trailing spouse and native New
Yorker, shares some of her tips for making your new house and town feel
like home...
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