• Send a change of address notice to the sender of any mail forwarded
to you at your new address. This is only necessary if there is
a yellow address label on the mail which indicates it has been
forwarded.
• Register to vote so that when election time rolls around you
will be eligible.
• Get a change of address on your driver's license if you have
moved within the state and make application for one if you have
moved out of state.
• Make contact with a local insurance agent to transfer policies
(auto, health, etc.)
• Find out when the trash and garbage is picked up and whether
there is a recycling program available.
• After locating a new doctor and dentist, have your medical histories
transferred.
• Ask JoEllen for recommendations of good contractors like plumbers,
air-conditioning services and the like so that when you need them,
you will know who you should call without being at the mercy of
the yellow pages.
• Locate new service providers such as banks, pharmacies, cleaners,
etc.
• Post your list of emergency numbers such as fire, ambulance,
police, hospital, poison control and the like so they will be
available in an emergency. If you need a new copy, just contact
JoEllen Mason's office. We'd be happy to send you a new one.
• Recognize that moving can be very stressful on people. Be patient
with your family members and yourself!
• Relax and enjoy your new home!
