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FROM THE FIELD

US Army Financial Management Command

(USAFMCOM) Corner (Cont’d)

“You’ve got a bazillion things going through your head with getting the family situated,” explained
Wiegers. “Are the kids going to be happy, are we going to have a house, am I going to find a job in
the civilian sector?

“But, one thing I knew when we moved this time is that I was going to have a job and my husband
was going to have a job,” she continued. “That peace of mind was absolutely fantastic.”

That peace often transfers to the military member as well.

“My husband realizes it because we aren’t stressing about saving more money because we are
going to PCS, and it could take months for me to find a job after we move,” said Hartwell. “And, for
me, I want a job that’s something I enjoy and not be miserable, and I have that now.”

“It takes a huge load off my husband,” confirmed Wiegers. “He’s got enough to worry about being
gone every couple months, and he knows now that if he does choose to continue in his career, I
will be taken care of and that I’m very happy.”

The spouses and command leaders that were interviewed all said they hope other organizations
around the Army and Department of Defense take note of this program and use it as a template.

“It’s long overdue,” concluded Hartwell. “So many military spouses are smart, amazing and
talented, and they would benefit from the same thing I have.”

“That’s what the Army is about – taking care of families,” added Wiegers. “Making sure families are
taken care of so the service member can take care of the mission.”

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