SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7391848 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Question for those Army retirees out there who have selected a different transition point than where you were assigned (i.e. transition center-station of choice). <br />In my case, I&#39;m assigned to fort rucker, alabama, and will be requesting my transition point be fort carson, colorado (because this is the area I will be relocating to and likely doing an internship (dod skillbridge/career skills program) there.<br />Before I meet with my retirement services officer next week, to do my DA 2339, I&#39;m interested in hearing from those folks who have gone this route where you outprocess/transition at a different location. <br />What were the pros/cons for you? Was there more to it than just clearing at another installation? 2021-11-26T15:12:16-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7391848

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Question for those Army retirees out there who have selected a different transition point than where you were assigned (i.e. transition center-station of choice). <br />In my case, I&#39;m assigned to fort rucker, alabama, and will be requesting my transition point be fort carson, colorado (because this is the area I will be relocating to and likely doing an internship (dod skillbridge/career skills program) there.<br />Before I meet with my retirement services officer next week, to do my DA 2339, I&#39;m interested in hearing from those folks who have gone this route where you outprocess/transition at a different location. <br />What were the pros/cons for you? Was there more to it than just clearing at another installation?

2021-11-26T15:12:16-05:00 2021-11-26T15:12:16-05:00 LTC Jason Mackay 7391860

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I transitioned through Ft Carson, I was stationed there so I cant speak to going to a different transition point. I can say<br />- they did a reasonably good job<br />- you get out what you put in<br />- take all the different tracks you can<br />- put in a JROTC packet even if you don’t plan on doing that. 3 years and some life experiences can change your mind drastically….then you’re out of luck unless you have an approved packet.<br />- understand the Colo Spgs economy. If you want contractor jobs, get space qualified on AD if you can those are the big contractor jobs. Now that would be a good PTDY ask....<br />- big 4 tourism, healthcare, defense and IT.

2021-11-26T15:42:49-05:00 2021-11-26T15:42:49-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7391917

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>You know you could have the Army pay you PTDY to go there, perform your internship, and then pay for you to move there. If you do the SOC you have to pay for your move to Carson from Rucker.

2021-11-26T16:43:34-05:00 2021-11-26T16:43:34-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7391960

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I&#39;m really interested in hearing from those who have actually done this. Thanks so much.

2021-11-26T17:09:24-05:00 2021-11-26T17:09:24-05:00 SPC Margaret Higgins 7391999

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>@SFC Robert Hudson: I retired as a Sports Director; when I was in the Army.

2021-11-26T18:20:07-05:00 2021-11-26T18:20:07-05:00 CPT Private RallyPoint Member 7392178

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>I didn&#39;t know this was a thing. I am going to be following this.

2021-11-26T20:15:53-05:00 2021-11-26T20:15:53-05:00 MSG William Wold 7392337

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>A very long time ago when I retired they paid my way back to what I chose was my home of record, is that different?

2021-11-26T23:36:52-05:00 2021-11-26T23:36:52-05:00 PO1 John Johnson 7392524

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>If you know where you want to put down roots, it works exactly as planned. I utilized the very same type of CG Program (can&#39;t remember what the CG called it) when I retired. I was able to transfer to USCG Sector Columbia River (old Group Astoria, Astoria, OR) from USCG Group Long Island Sound, New Haven, CT. approx. 1.5 months prior to retiring. I had a house rented, my wife had a job at the Hospital, and the kids enrolled in HS prior to getting back to Astoria. I used my proscribed 10 days travel time, 3 days proceed time and 17 days of personal leave for a full 30 days off while moving back to the PNW. Once there and after my leave was up, I reported in to the Operations Center a cool 5 minutes from the house, worked for them for 2 weeks and that was it. Easy peasy with zero negreps.

2021-11-27T05:52:53-05:00 2021-11-27T05:52:53-05:00 Sgt Jennifer Locker 7392729

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>The VA offers Peer Support for transitioning from active to civilian life. Just call your nearest VA and ask for Peer Support. For many, it can be a culture shock. Location is important, so very good query. Keep your skill specialties in mind when determining location. Job placement assistance is also available. Good luck on your transition and thank you for your service.

2021-11-27T09:56:10-05:00 2021-11-27T09:56:10-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7392992

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>In my mind (which is why im seeking out others who have done this) the primary benefit would be if im doing a dod skillbridge in co springs, I would not need to travel back to rucker afterwards to clear. In theory I would be done at rucker before I left to do my CSP/DOD skillbridge (internship) in co springs. I could also change my medical facility to ft carson to complete physical, appts, etc. Then clear at ft carson after my skillbridge ends. I&#39;ll already be there to begin full time employment, and can then buy a home there.<br />Again, this is just how I foresee it working, ideally.<br />Also, at what point does rucker hand me off to carson? A question for my retirement and transitions office no doubt.

2021-11-27T12:42:03-05:00 2021-11-27T12:42:03-05:00 SFC Private RallyPoint Member 7397315

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>A quick update on my post/question...<br />I just spoke with the retirement office at carson and they explained to me that being assigned to Ft Rucker &amp; choosing Ft Carson as my transition point (station of choice) just means that I would do my final couple of steps of clearing at Carson (vs all at Rucker) which would include finance and final DD214. Sounds like it&#39;s definitely not worth while in my case.<br />If only the Army could get this option to coincide/compliment the CSP/DoD Skillbridge program, for those of us that will be near another installation for our internship, we could elect that installation as our station of choice for transition, and just clear from there afterwards (i.e. carson), and not have to go all the way back to our installation (i.e. rucker) just to clear.<br />Perhaps those who read this can pass it on to those people with the influence to make these changes, at least for our future transitioning military.<br />Thanks again to all those who replied.

2021-11-30T10:13:24-05:00 2021-11-30T10:13:24-05:00 SSgt Kurtis Bock 7399034

<div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Robert, <br />Thank you for your service! That is an open-ended question, but here are some things to consider:<br />- once you move your network will be greatly reduced. this includes your knowledge of how to get from point-to-point, people with whom you know, etc.<br />- how you the move impact you financially? Check the cost-of-living index between the two locations<br />- how will the move impact your family (e.g., school, spouse&#39;s employment, etc.)?<br />- where do you want to end-up living long term?<br /><br />If you have any other questions regarding transitioning, job hunting, etc. I would be happy to help. I wish you well in your explorations! <br /><br />R/s,<br /><br />Kurtis

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