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By Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Felix Garza Jr.
MANAMA, Bahrain - A grand re-opening ribbon cutting ceremony was held at the Child Development Center and the Youth Teen Center on board Naval Support Activity, Bahrain, Jan 19.
The ceremony marked the opening of the CDC and YTC which have been closed since U.S. military family members stationed in Bahrain left the country due to a change in Department of Defense policy that went into effect July 2004. All family members were authorized to return to Bahrain, June 29, 2009. Beatrice Broadnax, Director of the CDC, commented on the end result of finally re-opening the CDC. "Having our doors open for the first time after being closed for five years is just so rewarding." said Broadnax.
The CDC provides full-time and hourly programming based on space and availability. Groups focused on relative ages and abilities will be created to ensure proper supervision and care of young children. The School Age Care program is designed to enhance the school day by providing before and after-school care, summer camp and hourly care.
A teen welcome event was also held at the YTC to allow teens to become familiar with their new facilities and play games. Pizza and drinks were provided by MWR.
"This is a major milestone in our on-going efforts to support families arriving here in Bahrain." said Capt. Rick Sadsad, commanding officer, NSA Bahrain.
Families seeking more information can contact Beatrice Broadnax, Child and Youth Program
Director at 439-9125.
| Date Taken: | 01.21.2010 |
| Date Posted: | 01.21.2010 04:11 |
| Story ID: | 44206 |
| Location: | MANAMA, BH |
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