TINKER AIR FORCE BASE, Okla. -- Representatives from the 72nd Air Base Wing and 72nd Force Support Squadron cut the ribbon on a new Family Child Care home at Tinker Air Force Base Aug. 19.
The newest provider is Megan Lemke, who has worked in child care for the last 18 years and is a retired Air Force Spouse.
“Family Child Care homes play a vital role in supporting our mission by providing flexible, affordable and high-quality care options for our military families,” said Thomas Cox, 72nd FSS director. “They offer nurturing and home-like environments where children can learn, grow and thrive. Ms. Lemke’s dedication directly contributes to the readiness and well-being of our Airmen and their families.”
The ribbon cutting marks the seventh home in the community, offering Tinker families additional child care options beyond traditional child development centers.
Military FCC providers are child care professionals who are certified by their military installation to provide child care in their homes. Their participation in the program provides advantages compared to being a standalone provider, including comprehensive training, certification support, MilitaryChildCare.com listing, access to backup/substitute provider support and more.
Designed for children up to age 12, FCC offers smaller group settings and more flexible schedules than traditional child care. FCC can offer full- or part-day care, care for school-age children both during the school year and summer, or 24/7 and extended care.
As child care services are always in demand, new FCC providers are always needed. To learn more about FCC and to apply to become a provider, please contact the local FCC Office in Building 6001 at 405-734-7190 or email 72FSS.FSFF.WORKFLOW@us.af.mil. You can also visit https://public.militarychildcare.csd.disa.mil/mcc-central/mcchome/become-an-fcc-provider
If you are eligible to participate in a military child care program, to include DoD Civilians and DoD Contractors, and are looking for child care options, visit https://militarychild care.com