Unfortunately,
emergencies can and do happen no matter how well you plan your move.
Having important information with you can ease the
frustration of an emergency. First, make sure you have a set
of orders with you when you travel. In fact, it is a good
idea to have several sets of orders. Keep your new command's phone
number, and sponsor's number with you. Have extra cash and credit
cards. Having an ATM card is also a good idea. You also need to travel
with car insurance information. Lastly, this SITES book has
many phone numbers and pieces of information which can be an invaluable
resource.
If you are enroute to your new command, and an emergency does come up,
try to find the nearest military installation for assistance. Also, the
Red Cross is always available for assistance 24 hours a day. You can
get the nearest chapter's phone number in the White Pages.
AAA is a good automobile service that you may want to join prior to
leaving your losing command; they can assist with roadside emergency
services and towing. You may also consider traveling with a car phone.
If emergency funds are needed enroute or once you arrive, Navy
Marine-Corp Relief, Army Emergency Relief, Air Force Aid, and the Red
Cross can provide such funds through loans on a case-by case basis. You
may ask for Navy-Marine Corps Relief Assistance at any of these
agencies. Keep in mind these funds are usually granted for
emergency purposes only. To assist in evaluating your needs, bring your
ID card, leave papers, orders, LES, and any other useful information
such as dental estimates, medical bills, funeral bills, or vehicle
repair estimates which will help the counselor to make a decision
regarding any types of aid for which you are applying.
Navy Marine Corp-Relief
Washington Navy Yard (202) 433-3364
Bethesda (NNMC) (301) 295-1207
DC Red Cross Chapter (202) 728-6400Refer to In-Transit Emergency Services.