Ellsworth AFB Airman & Family Readiness Center

Updated on: March 2, 2010

Hours of Operation

Monday
0900-1630 hours

Tuesday - Friday
0730-1630 hours

(605) 385-4663
DSN 675-4663
Fax (605) 385-6322

Announcements

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If you are looking for reporting, lodging, postal information, please take a look at the Ellsworth AFB Base Guide.

1. Are you new to Ellsworth AFB? Join us for Happy Landings - Stop by the Holbrook Library every Thursday 10:30-11:30 AM to learn about all the programs, services, and facilities available on Ellsworth AFB. Bring the kids for the library's 11:00 AM story time or stop by Grizzi's for a hot cup of coffee or tea. We hope to see you there. For more information call (605) 385-4663.

2. New law gives spouses more rights during moves: A new law giving military spouses the same rights enjoyed by service members to pick their state of legal residence was signed by President Barack Obama on Nov. 11. In a statement, Obama said Military Spouses Residency Relief Act “is an important means of maintaining the morale and readiness of our armed forces and significantly enhances the ability of our military to effectively recruit and retain these highly valued service personnel.” The new law affects issues ranging from driver’s licenses and vehicle registration to voting rights, property ownership and taxation. Read what the new law does and the rest of the story on AirForceTimes.com

3. Housing Assistance Program: The Department of Defense (DOD) is proud to offer the Homeowners Assistance Program (HAP) to eligible service members and federal civilian, including non-appropriated fund, employees. The program is authorized by law, and administered by the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) to assist eligible homeowners who face financial loss when selling their primary residence homes in areas where real estate values have declined because of a base closure or realignment announcement.
There is also an Expanded HAP Program offers assistance to wounded warriors, surviving spouses, and service members PCSing. Go to the HAP web site for more information and application instructions.
• Download the brochure for the Expanded HAP Program • Download the brochure for the Conventional HAP Program

• Ellsworth AFB Newcomers
• Sponsorship Training
• Remote Assignments
• Classes, Briefings, Workshops
• Home Buying/Selling
• Moving with Children
• Local Area Web Links

• Received orders to leave Ellsworth?

• If you can't find the information you need or need additional assistance, please contact us via email at relocation@ellsworthafrc.org

Latest News

12 November: New law gives spouses more rights during moves: A new law giving military spouses the same rights enjoyed by service members to pick their state of legal residence was signed by President Barack Obama on Nov. 11.It will assits with issues ranging from driver’s licenses and vehicle registration to voting rights, property ownership and taxation. [Air Force Times]

31 March: How to avoid being scammed by movers: Real estate expert Barbara Corcoran reveals the most common rip-offs [Video clip from NBC Today Show]

9 February: PCS Moves Spark Mortgage Woes, Congress Told [Air Force Times]

Main Article

Moving with Children By the Beale AFB Airman & Family Readiness Center Relocation Staff The average military family moves at least twice as often as the average American family. Military parents cannot help but wonder what effects the frequent moves will have on their children. The active duty parent may feel guilty for uprooting the family for a new assignment.
Parents take heart! Studies of military children have shown that because of the varied environments and situations in which they are placed, they learn to be adaptable and flexible. They learn skills to cope and develop self-confidence and strong identity. So parents, your children will be gaining a lot from being part of a military family that is on the move.

Helping your children through the PCS process is a matter of making the move happen rather than letting it happen. Your attitude and level of involvement with the children before, during and after the move will largely determine their reactions to the uprooting that a move requires.

Your peace of mind will be assisted considerably by your children if they are not reacting violently against the move. After all, you do need some peace during this time of disruption.

The age of your children can make a big difference in the way they respond to a move. We will address this issue by grouping children in the following categories: infants, toddlers, pre-schoolers, elementary school ages, and teens. Read the rest of the article...

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Briefings/Classes Offered

• Sponsorship Training
• Smooth Move Briefing
• Right Start

Other Resources

• Military Homefront
• Check Per Diem, COLA, & BAH Rates
• Military OneSource

Scheduled Briefings, Classes & Workshops

Smooth Move Briefing and Sponsorship Training Registration Required. Call for upcoming briefing/training dates.

Please call (605) 385-4663 to register for briefings, classes or workshops.

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