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AN OFFICIAL ARMY FAMILY AND MWR SITE

Parent Outreach Services

Child Care Options

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Sign up or update your CYS registration to access child care, youth programs, and family support services.

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Contact Us

View the contact information and hours for the Parent Outreach Services program.

Choosing the Right Care for Your Child

Military Families can get safe, flexible, high quality child care to fit their needs. Whether you want full-time care, part-time supervision, or occasional hourly care, we have programs designed for children of all ages.

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Types of Child Care Available 

Full-Time and Part-Time Care 

  • Child Development Centers (CDC). Full-day and part-day care for children 6 weeks to 5 years old in a structured, nurturing environment, and Strong Beginnings Pre-K (ages 4-5) also available 
  • Family Child Care (FCC). Small-group care in certified, on-post homes for children 4 weeks to 12 years old, offering flexible hours and sibling care
  • School Age Centers (SAC). Before- and after-school programs for kindergarten through 5th grade, including homework help, activities, and supervised play

Hourly and Short-Term Care **

  • Hourly Care. Flexible, short-term care for children while parents attend appointments or events
  • Parents on Site. Parent-led co-op programs providing supervised playgroups and babysitting services
    ** May not be available at some garrisons. Please visit your garrison's website or Parent and Outreach Services office.

School Age Care

  • Before- and After-School Programs. Supervised care for school children in grades 1-5, depending on school configuration, including homework time, sports, arts, and camps during school breaks. 
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