Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Lane County

Community Resource

Serves: Oakridge, Lane County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) provides support to families who are working, attending school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to help cover child care expenses, including registration fees.

Application Process: You can apply online, via phone, or in person at a nearby ODHS Self Sufficiency Branch Office.

Costs: As a subsidy program, ERDC requires many families to contribute a portion of the child care expenses, known as a copayment (copay). The copay amount is determined by the family's size and income.

Who can use this

  • Families eligible for this program must: -Reside in Oregon -Be working, attending school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents need to be working or studying (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -There are exceptions 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 engage 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. -Meet income thresholds, with initial limits set at 200% FPL and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

Documents you may need

  • The documents required for verification will vary by family situation

Don't have these? Contact the organization—they may be able to help.

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