How to Relocate Employees for Work When They have children

The majority of employees relocating for work will be relocating with their spouse and children. This adds an extra layer to the relocation process. There are a lot of questions that an employee may ask you when moving, and information they will need to help their child adjust. Read more to learn our movers' tips for relocating with children.

Communication

Employees who are moving with their children should get them ready for the move. Communication is an important part of these plans. Engage children early on and tell them as much as you can about the move and the new place. This will put the kids' minds at ease and make them feel like they are important to the process. Think about giving them things to do so that, if they are able and willing, they can help with the move. Things like helping unpack, picking out colors, and figuring out where to put their things are important to them. Because of this, children will feel like they own and belong to something. Help kids learn how to talk to people in their new places by having them practice. Also, teaching them games that other kids at their new school play will help them learn new skills and make new friends.

What Information Will Employees Moving with Children Need?

• Community highlights and detailed information about their new hometown
• Tours of the area to help employees and family members become familiar with their new home
• Local school district information
• Moving cost estimates
• Information on the cost of living for their new home
• Real estate market information for their new city

How Will My Business Benefit from Providing this Information?

• Higher job acceptance rates and job satisfaction
• Better adherence to budget
• Major cost savings

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