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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Grant, Harney, And Malheur Counties

Community Resource

Serves: John Day, Grant County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) provides support for families who are employed, enrolled in school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to help 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 in person.

Costs: As a subsidy program, ERDC requires many families to contribute a portion of the child care expenses, known as a copayment (copay), which varies based on family size and income.

Who can use this

Eligible families must: -Reside in Oregon. -Be employed, in school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents should be working or studying (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -Exceptions exist for two-parent families where one parent is unable to 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 partake in family well-being activities. -Have a child who is: -Under 13 years old needing care, or -Aged 13 to 17 with special circumstances requiring care. -Adhere to income limitations, with initial limits set at 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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