Oct. 1, 2024 Pilot program to cover certain child care costs after permanent change of station move This week the Department of Defense kicks off a three-year pilot program meant to reimburse service members up to $1,500 for travel-related expenses incurred for a temporary child care provider following a permanent change of station move.
Jan. 31, 2024 Family Child Care program welcomes provider, encourages others to pursue Base officials welcomed a new Family Child Care provider during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in family housing here, Jan. 26. The FCC program offers child care options for military and civilian families with children ages two weeks to 12 years old.
Sept. 22, 2023 DAF childcare fees amended following DOD policy change The Department of the Air Force is set to amend childcare fees, effective Dec. 31, in keeping with the new Department of Defense Program Fee Policy for school year 2023-2024.
March 24, 2023 DoD announces six new measures to enhance well-being of military force and their families Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III unveiled a comprehensive plan March 22, aimed at improving the lives of the dedicated U.S. military force and their families.
Sept. 22, 2022 Austin pledges to 'ease the load' for service members In a memo titled "Taking Care of Our Service Members and Families," Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III outlined efforts to address the needs of married service members and their families, as well as single service members.