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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Clatsop, Columbia, And Tillamook Counties

Community Resource

Serves: Tillamook, Tillamook County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) supports families who are employed, enrolled in school, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) in managing child care costs, which also encompass registration fees.

Application Method: Applications can be submitted online, via phone, or in person at a nearby ODHS Self Sufficiency Branch Office.

Cost Sharing: ERDC operates as a subsidy program, meaning that many families are still responsible for a portion of the child care expenses, referred to as a copayment (copay). The copay amount is determined by the family's size and income.

Who can use this

Eligible families must: -Reside in Oregon -Be working, attending school, or receiving TANF. -In a two-parent household, both parents should be working or studying (not applicable for TANF recipients). -Certain exceptions exist 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 and requires care, or -Ages 13 to 17 needing care due to specific circumstances. -Adhere to income limits: Initial limits at 200% FPL and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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