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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Marion, Polk, And Yamhill Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Salem, Marion County

About this resource

Employment-related daycare (ERDC) assists working families in covering childcare expenses, including subsidy fees. Families may need to contribute a portion of the cost, referred to as a copay. ERDC collaborates with various partners to connect families with quality childcare options.

Application Steps: - Submit an application online - Send an email with the completed application attached. Please note that information may not be secure if sent without a secure email method. - Alternatively, you can mail, fax, or deliver the completed application to your local office. The application form is available in multiple languages including English, English Large Print, Spanish, Spanish Large Print, Arabic, Burmese, Nepali, Russian, Somali, and Vietnamese.

Cost: ERDC operates as a subsidy program, meaning that many families will still need to pay a portion of the childcare costs, known as a copayment (copay), which varies based on family size and income.

Who can use this

This program is designed for families that: -Reside in Oregon -Are employed, attending school, or receiving TANF -In two-parent households, both parents must be working or studying, unless receiving TANF -May have exceptions if one parent cannot provide care due to medical or mental health issues, or if state supervision is necessary -Require childcare to maintain employment, education, or family well-being activities -Have children who are: -Under 13 years old and require care, or -Ages 13 to 17 with special circumstances -Adhere to income limits - Initial limit is 200% FPL; ongoing and exit limit is 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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