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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Coos And Curry Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Brookings, Curry County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) supports families that are working, enrolled in school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) by helping them with child care costs, including registration fees.

Application Process: You can apply through the internet, via phone, or by visiting a local ODHS Self Sufficiency Branch Office.

Costs: ERDC operates as a subsidy program, meaning that many families are still responsible for a portion of the child care expenses, known as a copayment (copay). The copayment amount varies based on the family's size and income.

Who can use this

This program is available to families that: -Reside in Oregon. -Are employed, in school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents must be working or studying (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -Certain exceptions exist for two-parent families where one parent cannot provide care due to medical or mental health issues, or if state-mandated supervised contact is necessary. -Require child care to maintain employment, education, or engage in family well-being activities. Have a child who is: -Under 13 years old needing care, or -Ages 13 to 17 needing care due to specific circumstances. -Must meet income thresholds, with initial limits at 200% FPL and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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