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Destination Detroit | Table of Contents

Chapter I: Welcome to Michigan!
- Where in the World are We?
Chapter II: Paperwork & Documents
- Documents to Bring from Home
- Letter of Employment
- Your Michigan Driver's License
- Your Social Security Number
- Individual Taxpayer Identification Number
Chapter III: Money Matters
- Methods of Payment
- Opening a Bank Account
- Understanding Your Credit
Chapter IV: Transportation
- Finding Your Way Around
- Buying a Car
- Automobile Accidents
- Car Insurance
- Traffic Stops
- Public Transportation
Chapter V: Housing
- A Place to Live
- Short-Term Housing Options
- Rental Apartments / Rental Houses
- Utilities
- Around the House
Chapter VI: Childcare and School
- Choosing Childcare
- Enrolling Your Child in School
- International Programs
Chapter VII: Communication
- The U.S. Telephone System
- Signing up for a Land Line
- Making a Phone Call
- Other Telephone Options
- The U.S. Postal Service
- Accessing the Internet
Chapter VIII: Daily Living
- Grocery Shopping
- Restaurants
- Fast-Food Restaurans
- Making Friends
- Entertainment & Recreation
- Healthcare & Emergencies
- Saftey & Security
Appendix
- Internet Links by Topic
- Conversion Tables
- Alphabetical Index