Employment Related Day Care (ERDC) is a subsidy program that helps eligible families pay part of their child care and registration costs while they are working, attending school, receiving Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash assistance, on medical leave from employment or school, or participating in certain Child Welfare programs. If a parent is eligible for assistance, the Oregon Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) will pay a portion of their child care bill directly to the family’s chosen child care provider. Approved ERDC providers with DELC and who are exempt from licensing can receive a higher rate of pay by meeting certain training standards. The ERDC Enhanced Rate Program (ERP) certifies providers who meet these standards.
Apply online or with the paper application:
To find, sign up and/or get assistance with training sessions available in your area, please contact Central Coordination of Child Care Resource & Referral (CCCCR&R) via email at ccrr@wou.edu or call 800-342-6712 to find your local Child Care Resource & Referral (CCR&R) program.
For help with rates and payments, please contact the DELC Direct Pay Unit at 800-699-9074.