ChildcareOpen

Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Lane County

Community Resource

Serves: Cottage Grove, Lane County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) supports families who are employed, enrolled in educational programs, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) by helping cover 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 copay amount is determined by the family's size and income level.

Who can use this

To qualify for this program, families must: -Reside in Oregon -Be employed, enrolled in school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents must be working or studying (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -There are exceptions for two-parent families where one parent cannot provide care due to medical or mental health issues, or if state-required supervised contact is necessary. -Require child care to maintain employment, attend school, 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 special circumstances. -Meet income thresholds: Initial income limits are 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), with ongoing and exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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