Long Distance Moving Checklist
- Open new bank accounts
Transfer funds and anything you have in your safety deposit box.
- Health Care
Take the time to choose new health professionals. Research the Internet for doctors, dentists, specialists and hospitals. Ask new friends and working colleagues for recommendations.
- Prescriptions
Be sure to get a couple of months worth of prescriptions from your doctor before moving.
- Medical Records
Get copies of doctor's records and case records and have them forwarded to your new doctor.
- Insurance
Check all of your insurance policies to ensure that coverage will continue in your new area. If not, ask your insurance agent for a recommendation.
- Memberships
Formally resign or transfer memberships from any local organizations or associations.
- School Records
Ask the school to make a copy for your to take with you.
- Borrowed items
Return library books, rental videos or other items you may have borrowed from friends and neighbours.
- Trip to new home
Pack a first aid box and a food and beverage "care package" for the trip to your new home.
