Programs and Services Contacts

Visitor Center is located at 6090 Strathmore Road Richmond, VA 23237 in building 210 which is located outside the center’s North Gate off Strathmore Road, South off Chippenham Parkway (State Route 150). Open Monday – Friday 0630 to 1630 Closed weekends and federal holidays

Our specialty trained Military OneSource consultant can guide you on the process of adopting or fostering a child. You can get personalized help 365 days a year by telephone or online.

For local assistance, information and referral services available through your Military and Family Support Center can assist you in identifying and clarifying needs and locating and connecting to services and programs available on and off your installation.

Mon - Fri 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. Sat 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Sun 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. Closed Federal Holidays

Hours of Operation: Sunday: Closed Monday: 8am-4:30pm Tuesday: 8am-4:30pm Wednesday: 8am-4:30pm Thursday: 1pm-4:30pm (Between 11:30am-1:30pm wait times may be longer) Friday: 8am-4:30pm Saturday: Closed

Mon – Fri 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sat - closed Sun - closed Holidays - closed

FEATURES The Bettye Ackerman-Cobb Child Development Center (CDC) is accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). It is a government owned and operated facility managed through the Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) organization. The primary goal of the CDC is to provide educational learning experiences and a variety of opportunities that promote the child's physical, social, and intellectual growth following the Early Learning Matters (ELM) Curriculum. To be eligible to receive care at the Bettye Ackerman-Cobb Child Development Center parents must belong to one of the eligible patronage groups found under the Childcare Eligibility tab. In addition children must have a current shot record and be between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years. Enrollment in our program includes the CDC staff providing meals that include breakfast, lunch, and a snack supplement served daily according to USDA guidelines. EFFECTIVE 1 MAY 2023, MWR RICHMOND ACCEPTS ONLY CREDIT AND DEBIT CARDS (VISA AND MASTERCARD) AS VALID FORMS OF PAYMENT FOR MWR SERVICES. CASH AND CHECKS ARE NO LONGER ACCEPTED. WE APOLOGIZE FOR ANY INCONVENIENCE THIS MAY CAUSE AND APPRECIATE YOUR UNDERSTANDING. Defense Supply Center Richmond, Building 100 Mon – Fri 6:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Sat and Sun - closed All Federal Holidays - closed

Mon – Fri 7:00 am - 5:00 pm Sat and Sun - closed Holidays - closed Ages Served: 0-5 years old

Mission We are a team of HR professionals dedicated to supporting and empowering Soldiers, Civilians, Families, and Veterans worldwide in an era of persistent conflict. We will recruit, retain, and sustain a high quality volunteer force through innovative and effective enterprise solutions. We will ensure HR readiness of the Total Army across the full spectrum of operations. Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sat and Sun - closed Holidays - closed

Monday - Friday, 6:00 am to 3:30 pm Sat and Sun - closed Holidays - closed