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Oregon Department Of Human Services Caf Gilliam, Hood River, Sherman, Wasco, And Wheeler Counties

Community Resource

Serves: The Dalles, Wasco County

About this resource

The Employment Related Day Care program (ERDC) provides support to families who are employed, enrolled in educational programs, or receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to help cover child care costs, including registration fees.

Application Process: Applications can be submitted online, via phone, or in person at 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.

Who can use this

Eligible families must: -Reside in Oregon -Be working, attending school, or receiving TANF. -In two-parent households, both parents must be employed or in school (this does not apply to TANF recipients). -There are exceptions for two-parent families if one parent cannot care for the child due to a medical or mental health issue, or if state-mandated supervised contact is required. -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 -Ages 13 to 17 needing care due to special circumstances. -Meet income eligibility criteria, with initial limits set at 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL) and ongoing/exit limits at 250% FPL. Refer to the website for the income chart.

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