Just when you least expect it, it happens! Emergencies
do occur to people while in transit. Before you depart, ensure you
have all your important documents with you. (Too often they end up packed with
the household goods). Examples of important documents are orders,
passport (if needed), medical records, sponsor's name and home/duty numbers,
commander's name and duty number, Commander's Support Staff duty and room number
and of course your Robins AFB SITES IV booklet.
The American Red Cross is
always available for emergency aid anywhere in the U.S. Just contact
the nearest Red Cross chapter listed in the local phone directory and explain
your emergency. If the Red Cross can't cover the financial emergency
themselves, they have a reciprocal agreement with the Air Force Aid Society to
meet your need.
If you are near a DoD military installation, you can
contact their AF Aid Society requesting financial assistance due to your
emergency. They generally can provide assistance to meet unforeseen
required travel and related maintenance expenses such as transportation,
lodging, or when applicable, extraordinary costs involved with the PCS.