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Most of the children brought to court are five years or younger and may not be receiving vital services to which they are entitled. Call us today!

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COVID-19/Coronavirus Updates

The Children's Center will be closed until further notice by the Unified Court System. In the interim:

  • Essential staff will continue to work remotely and provide assistance with program-specific needs as they arise. Questions should be directed to 607.433.8000, where callers may leave a message requesting a return phone call.

Updates will be posted here and on Opportunities for Otsego Facebook page.

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The Children’s Center is a free service for parents and caregivers who need to visit the Otsego County Court campus and can benefit from childcare during that time.

This drop-in daycare program is for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years of age whose caregivers have business with Family Court, Support Court, Surrogate Court, Family Treatment Court, Petition Intake, Probation Appointments, Supreme Court, or other appointments at the Otsego County Court campus.

The goal of the program is to protect children from witnessing the complicated issues discussed in the court room and allow parents to focus on addressing their needs. For the comfort and well-being of all children, visitors are expected to follow The Children's Center Guidelines.

The Children’s Center offers a safe, supportive, literacy-rich environment, staffed by trained childcare professionals who provide:

  • Age-appropriate activities: View our current activities
  • Nutritious snacks
  • Information and referrals to community services
  • Take-home activities for caregiver and child
  • The gift of an age-appropriate book for every child

Get help today:

  • The Center is located in the Family Court building at 197 Main Street in Cooperstown
  • We're open Monday – Friday 9:00 - 4:30.  Summer hours may vary (July-August).
  • Please note that the Center is closed for lunch between 12:30 PM and 1:00 PM
  • Call 607.322.3139

Help us help families:

  • Click here to download the TCC Wish List of supplies and materials.  Donated items may be tax deductible.

This program funded in part by:

For more information:

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Here are some fun things children do when they visit The Children's Center

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Building with Legos                                    New at The Children's Center!