Newcomers Info

Family Support

382 Ave. D | 325-696-5999 | 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

The Dyess Air Force Base Airman & Family Readiness Center is the service organization for Air Force families and is a one-stop location where individuals can obtain reliable information and assistance on a wide range of important topics.

The center provides information and referral, counseling and follow-up and coordination and consultation with other base and civilian agencies to strengthen base policies and programs — all in an effort to benefit Air Force families. Programs and services include:

Career Focus
Workshops, self-assessment, review of job skills and job search seminar are offered to assist with employment/career development in the area.

Family Life Skills
The Family Life Skills Program offers classes to assist in learning new skills or to tune-up existing ones. A variety of workshops are offered to help improve quality of life.

Information & Referral
This program is designed to link people with resources to meet their needs, to help determine those needs and provide assistance and information for services available on-base and within the local community.

Personal Financial Management
This program includes individual and family financial counseling. Assistance with checking account maintenance, savings, financial planning, consumer credit and investments is available. Workshops are designed to put clients in control of their finances.

Relocation Assistance
The Relocation Assistance Program provides a support system of information and services to military personnel and their families during a PCS move. The program staff coordinates with other base services to provide a comprehensive support system for relocating families.

Transition Assistance
This program helps prepare service members for a smooth transition to civilian life. Mandatory counseling, individual assessment and referral are some of the services offered. A three-day seminar to assist with preparation for the job search and information on veterans’ benefits is also offered.

201 Ave. D | 325-696-4337 | Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m.to 5:30 p.m.

The Dyess Air Force Base Child Development Center is committed to providing a diverse and rewarding developmental experience for the full growth of a child in a safe environment with a professional and caring staff. Full-time care for children age 6 weeks to 6 years is available during the week and parents can choose from hourly (space available), weekly and monthly rate. The center will provide breakfast, lunch and snacks. Fees are charged on a sliding scale based on the current year family income. The child’s immunization card must be provided on the first visit.

366 Ave. D | 325-696-2839 | Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Family Child Care provides an in-home child care option to support the families of Dyess Air Force Base. Children up to 12 years old are cared for by licensed, professional child care providers. Full-time, part-time, weekly and hourly care is supplemented by weekend, evening, shift work, newborn, TDY, PCS, special needs and before- and after-school options.

232 Texas Drive | 325-696-8562 | 6:30 to 8 a.m.  & 3:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday | School Holiday & Summer Break 6:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

The Dyess School Age Program provides support to working parents of children ages 5 to 12. It features safe, age-appropriate activities focused on building skills for life such as arts and crafts, computers, woodworking, cooking class and homework power hour.

232 Texas Drive | 325-696-8561 | 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday 3 to 11 p.m. Friday | 4 to 11 p.m. Saturday

The Dyess Teen Program serves youth from 13 to 18 years old with a wide variety of programs including Boys & Girls Clubs of America, 4-H, Air Force and local activities.

232 Texas Drive | 325-696-4797 | 3 to 6 p.m. Monday through Thursday | 3 to 6 p.m. Friday | 4 to 7 p.m. Saturday

The Dyess Tween program offers programs for youth ages 10 to 12. Activities include Boys & Girls Club Torch Club, 4-H, Fit Factor and art.

232 Texas Drive | 325-696-4797 | Check with the Youth Center Sports Director for information on each program.

This program offers a variety of sports for children ages 5 to 18 as well as summer camps.

382 Avenue D | 325-696-5999 | 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday – Friday

325-696-2232

Notary and Powers of Attorney: M, T, TH, F 1000-1430, By Appointment Only

Wills: Wed 0930-1100, By Appointment Only

Legal Assistance: Wed 0830-0930, By Appointment Only