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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Jackson And Josephine Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Cave Junction, Josephine County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) provides support to families who are employed, enrolled in educational programs, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to help cover child care costs, which may include registration fees.

Application Method: Families can apply through online platforms, via phone, or by visiting a local ODHS Self Sufficiency Branch Office in person.

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 copay varies based on the family's size and income.

Who can use this

Eligible families must: -Reside in Oregon -Be working, attending school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents need to be employed or in school (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -Exceptions exist for cases where one parent cannot provide care due to health issues or state-required supervised contact. -Require child care to maintain employment, education, or 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. -Meet income thresholds, with initial limits at 200% FPL and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for income charts.

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