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Lane County Public Health is poised to receive a shipment of 40,000 COVID-19 rapid test kits. Officials have identified where the tests will have the most impact: Early Childhood Learning and childcare settings.
State waiting on COVID -19 tests to ensure the safety of child care providers
In a system “run on the backs of parents,” Oregon child care providers continue to struggle through the pandemic
Finding affordable, quality child care has long been a struggle for families, and the pandemic has only made this situation worse. Working families who participate in the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS), Employment Related Day Care Program (ERDC) will see their child care costs significantly decrease, making child care more accessible across the state. ERDC helps eligible working families pay for child care, including registration and enrollment fees. ERDC is a subsidy program, which means some families, depending on their income, may be required to pay a copay. These changes will s...
The Oregon Health Authority is highlight steps that can help reduce the chance of an infant dying from SIDS.