If you found this through our email or social media, welcome! We hope this comprehensive list of websites, blogs, and resources for military families will help you when dealing with some of the uncertainty with the COVID-19 outbreak. First and foremost, you are not alone. Many military families are unsure on how this will impact PCS, travel and daily life. And while we do not have all the answers, we do have some ways to get through the next few months. If you’re craving some connection, join us in our Facebook group, Things I Wish I Knew Before I PCS’d for weekly LIVE meetups like toddler music time or nap time yoga (for adults and kids).
If you have an upcoming PCS, please connect with your command, as each command will have specific information on your move.
We do hope you find these resources helpful and if you’d like to talk to someone about your current or upcoming PCS, our PCS Mentors are on standby to assist with questions. Get connected now!
Helpful links on the military travel ban:
https://media.defense.gov/2020/Mar/14/2002264758/-1/-1/1/FAQ_TRAVEL_RESTRICTIONS_V3.PDF
What this means if you’re looking to buy or sell a home, or are wanting to refinance:
https://www.realtor.com/advice/buy/should-you-buy-a-home-if-a-recession-may-hit/ — Great read if you’re considering buying or selling a home this year.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2020/03/16/coronavirus-what-zero-rates-sub-1-bond-yields-mean-your-loans/5046861002/https://www.forbes.com/sites/kristinmckenna/2020/03/02/with-mortgage-rates-so-low-is-now-a-good-time-to-refinance/#5c9d33215b2f
Helpful links for FREE learning tools for kids:
https://kidsactivitiesblog.com/135609/list-of-education-companies-offering-free-subscriptions/
https://docs.google.com/document/u/1/d/1Wkc9WaKVKF9t12pi_n7xQIA2OHQfWh1LTxhFGWQvWdU/mobilebasic — A google document with TONS of freebies
https://teachbesideme.com/geology-experiment-stalactites-and-stalagmites-formation/
https://teachbesideme.com/book-activities-for-kids/
Helpful FREE adult resources:
https://www.militaryonesource.mil/all-the-ways?gclid=EAIaIQobChMI4bOn97qf6AIVD_DACh3Qmg4_EAAYASAAEgIBPPD_BwE — FREE online counseling for those who need some extra support right now
https://www.militaryspouse.com/military-life/covid19-homeschool/?fbclid=IwAR2xoO5mygYjavp1zqTmV0Y6bRqS8x6H5r6_ubaVY9IqjxAcaY5pceZy0Gc — Great article on how parents are dealing with their new role as a homeschooler.
And a few extras: