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This article was written by Linda Walter, LCSW and was published in the International Compensation & Benefits Journal. Although it speaks about an international relocation, its suggestions are certainly applicable to a national relocation.

EARLY COUNSELING PREVENTS FAMILY RELOCATION CRISIS

Pre-departure psychological counseling reduces the risk and expense of failed international and domestic relocations.

I have often been asked when is the best time to relocate with children.

For a school aged child, the ideal time to move is during the summer break. In this way the child can begin the school year with his/her classmates. During that summer break, it’s best to involve the child in as many activities as possible with their new schoolmates so there are familiar faces the first day.

If this isn’t possible, remember, children are extremely flexible and can adapt easily, usually better than their parents.