When we moved the last time they took pictures of our new house and my new school so I could see where we were moving, it made it easier for me. It also helps that they let me talk about my feelings and fears. My parents have always tried to make moving a “big adventure” and that really helps. Leaving my friends has been hard but we e-mail and chat online. At school when we study about someplace in the United States chances are I’ve been there or lived there. My friends think it’s neat that I was born in Alaska. I’ve gotten to see the Atlantic Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, the Gulf of Mexico and the Great Lakes. Coast Guard Child: Growing up as a member of a Coast Guard family has given me opportunities that many of my friends have never had. Try to go to each one with an open mind, explore the area, take in the sights, enjoy the food and remember even if you do hate the place it’s not forever! Remember your attitude can determine whether it’s a great tour or a prison sentence. The Coast Guard is a small community, and we know that we will serve together with a friend, or a friend of a friend at some other duty station. The best thing about moving is the new friendships. You have to adapt to your civilian community because that’s where most of your support is – the schools, doctors, etc. I have had to learn to be self-sufficient because we don’t always have access to a large military base like the other services and often we don’t have Commissaries or base housing available. Coast Guard Spouse: The greatest challenge for our family is moving. What Is It Like Being Part of a Coast Guard Family? Here are comments from a spouse and child of a Coast Guard Family.
Each family needs to develop a plan that works for them so this handbook was designed as a starting point.
We realize that there are many types of families that make up the Coast Guard community and although a common lifestyle is shared, each Coast Guard Family is different. This handbook outlines some of the services, benefits and entitlements you may want to know about or utilize as a Coast Guard Spouse. If you are a reserve spouse you may not be aware of all of the benefits you have available. If you are a new spouse embarking on this journey you will have unique opportunities, meet many wonderful people and have frustrations. The following information has been put together for you to help in your life as a military spouse.
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