Military Child Care – NJ Installations

Childcare Assistance · New Jersey

Military families at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst and other NJ installations can access subsidized childcare through the Military Child Care program. Call 877-276-4543 or visit militarychildcare.com for availability and enrollment. Rates are subsidized based on pay grade. On-base child development centers provide full-day and part-time care for infants through school-age children. Priority enrollment for active-duty families. Background checks and training are required for all childcare providers on base.

Contact & Details

Address: JBMDL and other NJ installations

Phone: 877-276-4543

Hours: Mon-Fri

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