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Settling-in support
US documentation
On-going support
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Distinctive Real Estate Services
Rental assistance

Pamela L. began providing services for Full Circle in March of 2002. She knows first hand what it is like moving to a foreign country. From 1994-1998 she lived in England with her husband and two daughters. The ‘common’ (not) language being the same should have made the transition easier, but she did not have the help or resources of a relocation company or local consultant. While in England she served on the board of the Kent International Women’s Club and enjoyed the travel opportunities to other countries and cultures. Pam was born in Michigan, grew up in California and is a graduate of the University of California at Berkeley.

Area Orientation

An area orientation, given by the destination services consultant in the destination city, can be either a stand-alone service, or the first part of a comprehensive program that includes other services, such as home finding. It can take from 1/2 a day to 2 days, depending on the amount of authorized time, and can include:

• A welcome meeting, usually on the day after arrival at the destination.

• Delivery of a customized Full Circle Welcome Pack.

• Introductory remarks about US history, geography and culture.

• A map briefing on the destination area, customized for the transferees specific needs.

• An accompanied drive around the destination area, based on the map briefing.

• Accompanied visits to sample housing units and schools in different neighborhoods.

• Information on local real estate practices, furniture acquisition and utility options.

• Information on local school options, and registration and medical requirements.

• Hands-on or drive-by visits to/information about grocery stores, banks, post offices, restaurants, subway stations, libraries, places of worship, health clubs, theaters, driver license centers, car dealers, etc.