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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Benton, Lincoln, And Lincoln Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Newport, Lincoln County

About this resource

Employment-related daycare (ERDC) provides financial assistance to working families for childcare expenses, including subsidy fees. Families may still need to contribute a portion of the costs, known as a copayment. ERDC partners with various organizations to help families locate quality childcare options.

Intake Procedure: Families can walk in, call, or check the website for further details.

Travel/Location: Located one block east of Highway 101 between First and Second Streets, directly behind Starbucks.

Fees: As a subsidy program, ERDC requires many families to pay a copayment, which varies based on family size and income.

Who can use this

To qualify for this program, families must: -Reside in Oregon. -Be working, attending school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents must be employed or in school, with some exceptions for medical or mental health conditions. -Require childcare to support work, education, or family well-being activities. -Have a child who is under 13 or between 13 to 17 years old with special circumstances. -Meet income thresholds, with initial limits at 200% FPL and ongoing limits at 250% FPL, as detailed on the website.

Answer a few questions to see if you qualify →