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Leaving an old area of living can be difficult. On top of moving your possessions, selling your home, and saying goodbye to old friends, it can be hard to remember the things you need to do in order to set up the new life.

To make it easier, make a checklist and follow this guide to make your move run smoother.

Banks

Check your new city to see if your bank has a branch nearby. If not, you may need to switch banks; this is especially true if your bank is regional. Don't forget to collect anything you have in your safety deposit box, as well.

Medical needs

If you can, have your current doctor call in prescriptions to a pharmacy in your new accomodation. This will give you time to pick out the right doctor and also to optimize your health needs.

Keep your old doctor's number so you can contact them when you need paperwork proceed to your new doctor.

If you're keeping your health insurance plan, look for doctors in your new area that will accept it. If you need to switch providers or update your plan, try to do so before you are going to move.

If not, ask your insurance agent for a recommendation, call the local chamber of commerce or research companies online.

Things to Transfer

Formally resign or transfer memberships from any local organizations, gyms, associations, and clubs.

Be aware that canceling before your membership has completed can result in early termination fees. Notice it into your moving costs..

And just for safekeeping, ask the school system to make copies of all your children's records for you to take with you.

Avoid waste in the kitchen

About a month before moving, be sure to start using up any frozen goods so that you avoid waste.

Also use up, give away, or donate any unopened food. These items can be bulky and heavy to transport.

Check the car

Tune up the car to avoid a breakdown on the way to your new home or optimize your car so you can pick up him in your destination from your moving company in the regular condition. If you have a trusted mechanic, ask if they can refer you to another near your new address so you don,t have to worry.

If it's a long road trip, pack a first-aid kit just to be safe. This should contain bandages, bug spray, sunburn spray, tissues and medications you or your family will need along the way.

Final Closure for Moving

Moving can be tough on the whole family. To bring a sense of closure for everyone, try these six tips:

• Visit local spots that hold dear memories. Take snapshots or a short video for keepsake purposes.
• Host your own going-away party, and encourage your children to invite their friends. This is a good-bye for everyone–including friends, neighbors, former teachers, and colleagues.
• Take one last walk through the house together, noting spots you'll never want to forget.
• Take a picture of the family in front of the old house.
• Take a picture of your family in front of the new house. Display both photos side-by-side somewhere in the new place for everyone to see easily.
• If you can, make plans to visit your old hometown within the first year after your move. Visit friends and drive past your old home, through neighborhoods, and landmarks. This post-move reconnection with dear friends and fond memories will help your family bring finality to the move–even after you've settled into your new digs.