by Deanna Smith

Moving to a new town can be stressful. So many elements need to be considered once you move to a new city. Where will you shop or go to church? Where is the tag office so you can get a new license and car tag? These are just a few of the questions we ask ourselves.

These tips will you help you transition to your new town quickly:

DMV

If you move from another state, you must visit the DMV. Here are the local DMV locations convenient to Bluffton. First, check out the website for more information. Then, instead of waiting all day in long lines, you can make an appointment to take care of your needs.

https://scdmvonline.com/Locations/Bluffton

Bluffton DMV:

15 Sheridan Park
Bluffton, SC 29910

Beaufort DMV:

28 Munch Dr.
Beaufort, SC 29906

HEALTHCARE

Your healthcare is vital, and finding medical providers in your new town is one of the most challenging things to transition when you move. Start looking for providers early and utilize your current doctors for referrals. Here are two hospital systems in Bluffton, which is an excellent place to start looking for new medical providers.

Hilton Head Regional Healthcare https://www.hiltonheadregional.com/

Beaufort Memorial https://www.bmhsc.org/

GROCERY STORES

And what about food? Where are you going to buy your groceries? Like most towns, there are many different options for grocery stores. Many of you may have your favorite grocery store; you should be able to find one of those here in Bluffton. Click the links below for specific locations:

Kroger: https://www.kroger.com/stores/search

Publix: https://www.publix.com/locations

Harris Teeter: https://www.harristeeter.com/stores/search

Food Lion: https://www.foodlion.com/stores/

Aldi: https://stores.aldi.us/sc/bluffton/1131-fording-island-road

Whole Foods: https://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/stores/hiltonheadisland

Sam’s Club: https://www.samsclub.com/club/bluffton-sc-sams-club/6582

Costco: https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations/pooler-ga-1485.html

EXTERMINATORS

If you have ever lived in the south, especially near water, you should know about Palmetto bugs. They are not something you want to have anywhere near your house. Finding an exterminator as soon as you can is critical! There are too many exterminators to mention in this blog, but completing a Google search or asking a local Facebook Group - like the What’s Happening In Bluffton Group - for recommendations should provide many options.

We also know how challenging it can be to find the right church. We would love to have you visit LowCountry Community Church (LCC) and see if we are a good fit for you and your family! Check out a recent service by clicking here to see what it’s all about! Or you can click here to Plan A Visit to make your first in-person trip to LCC a VIP experience!

We hope these tips help you transition to your new town quickly!

Deanna Smith lives in Bluffton, SC, with her husband Joe, and five fur babies. She spends part of her day writing blogs for a marketing agency, and in her free time, she enjoys running, walking her dogs, and paddle boarding.