Steps

1. List everything. Write down every piece of equipment and supply in use, and which ones move with you versus need replacing at the new home.
2. Get copies of paperwork. Ask the current provider for copies of prescriptions and anything the equipment depends on.
3. Check your TRICARE region. Your TRICARE region may change with the move. Confirm at tricare.mil.
4. Tell your current supplier. Give your current equipment supplier the move date so rentals and service wrap up cleanly.
5. Call ahead to the new area. GDG serves the western U.S. Send a relocation request with your move month so intake can plan ahead. Moving east? Our sister company Global Outreach serves the East Coast.
6. Moving week: keep it close. Anything used every day, like breathing equipment or a walker, rides with you, not in the truck. Pack chargers and batteries in a labeled bag.
7. At the new home. Set up care with a new provider as soon as you can. They may need to write new prescriptions.

Checklist

• Equipment list written
• Prescription copies in hand
• TRICARE region checked at tricare.mil
• Current supplier told the move date
• Relocation request sent
• Daily-use equipment travels with you
• Chargers and batteries in a labeled bag
• New provider appointment booked

Equipment in this guide

• Portable Oxygen Concentrator
• Transport Chair
• CPAP Machine