- Here to help - PCSing? Here's what you need to know.
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Services include providing arrival information, newcomers orientations and tours, and a well stocked lending closet of kitchen and household supplies. Cultural adaptation classes are offered to assist in adjusting quickly in Germany. Sponsorship training, PCS briefings and Smooth Move classes ensure that all are prepared as they transition.
Military Installations
An up-to-date website for your next PCS location offering articles, photos, major unit listings and contacts for programs and services. Click here
Plan my Move
This tool creates a custom checklist for your move, filled with information about the tasks you need to complete and how to complete them. Your checklist is tailored to the unique needs that you or your family have. Click here
- Lending Closet
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Borrow a Lending Closet Kit while you wait for your household goods to arrive or when in between moves. The kit includes basic kitchen items (pots, pans, dishes, silverware) and small appliances such as irons, coffee makers, and toasters.
Kits can be checked out for 30 days with possible extensions.
- Life Here 101
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Introduces and connects you to agencies like TRICARE, Health Clinic, Dental, Vehicle Registration, Customs, CYS, ACS Employment Program to name a few. Network with the subject matter experts, meet fellow spouses and learn more about your new home.
- Meets in the ACS Multipurpose Room, Bldg. 7790, Hainerberg Housing
- Every third Tuesday of the month, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
- Please contact ACS to register for the event or email us at: usarmy.wiesbaden.id-europe.mbx.mwr-acs@mail.mil
- Host Nation Orientation
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Learn about German customs, culture and phrases while being introduced to your new community to include several military agencies. Enjoy a walking tour of downtown Wiesbaden where you will learn how to use the public transportation, use the ticket machines and to read train and bus schedules and navigate around.
Host Nation Orientation meets every Monday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Army Community Service Multipurpose Room, (Building 7790 in Hainerberg Housing).
- Language Classes
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- English As A Second Language -- Become familiar with basic English language rules. Classes are offered throughout the year. Call ACS or check the MWR Web Calendar at https://wiesbaden.armymwr.com/calendar for current classes.
Duolingo is an online language learning program. Unique features and a clear structure make it a reliable place to learn new languages or sharpen your skills. Click to find out: https://www.duolingo.com/learn
- German Language -- Learn the basics and other phrases of the German language and cultural differences. Feel confident going out and navigating around your new community. Classes are offered throughout the year. Call ACS or check the MWR Web Calendar at https://wiesbaden.armymwr.com/calendar for current classes.
- You can also improve your language skills for free with the following links:: https://learngerman.dw.com/en/overview or https://www.duolingo.com/learn
- English As A Second Language -- Become familiar with basic English language rules. Classes are offered throughout the year. Call ACS or check the MWR Web Calendar at https://wiesbaden.armymwr.com/calendar for current classes.
- Global Connections
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Make new friends and get to know your community. Get together with fellow spouses to share experiences, stories and good conversation during the monthly Global Connections meeting, hosted by Army Community Service's Relocation Readiness Program.
Global Connections is held every second Wednesday of the month from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the ACS Multipurpose Room in Building 7790 in Hainerberg Housing.
Call Army Community Service at civ (0611) 143-548-9201 to register.
- Spouse Sponsorship and Training
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This is a peer-to-peer spouse's program which helps other spouses who are relocating to the Wiesbaden community. Get insight into what to expect in an overseas move, life in Germany, and get to know a "seasoned" spouse during your initial transition. We also offer training to individuals, units and agencies who have individuals/personnel interested in becoming spouse sponsors themselves. Please call ACS to schedule your training.
Click HERE to download the Spouse Sponsor request form, afterwards please email it to: usarmy.wiesbaden.id-europe.mbx.mwr-acs@mail.mil
Moving is a fact of military life
It is also one of life’s high-stress events. The Relocation Readiness Program supports America’s mobile Army through educational training, guidance and outreach efforts. Available in group and individual settings.
CLICK HERE to view our Newcomers Welcome to Wiesbaden Video.
