Child Care Resources for Families
Learn more about the resources that are available to you and your family.
Where and How to Find Quality Child Care
Finding the right child care for your family is crucial. Quality child care not only ensures your child's safety but also fosters their growth and development. Start by going to Find Child Care Oregon. Find Child Care Oregon helps families locate child care through referrals and provides resources to make informed decisions about child care needs. 211Info is available to provide high quality referrals to support your child care search, or you can conduct your own search. The Find Child Care Oregon database offers both detailed and summarized information for child care referrals in Oregon for family members, providers, and for early learning partners. Whether you need 211 staff assistance or would like to search yourself, all of the child care options will come from the same Find Child Care Oregon database.
Check out the Finding Quality Child Care guide and Questions to Ask When Looking for Child Care document to support you through the process. Both are available in Chinese, English, Russian, Spanish and Vietnamese.
Financial Help for Child Care
Child care can be a significant expense for families, but financial assistance is available to help ease your burden. The state of Oregon offers child care subsidies for eligible families based on income, family size, and the child's age. Additionally, the federal government provides tax credits, like the Child and Dependent Care Credit, which can offset some child care costs. Your employer might also offer Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (DCFSAs) for child care, allowing you to set aside pre-tax dollars for care expenses. Local community organizations and nonprofits sometimes provide scholarships or sliding fee scales to make child care more affordable. Take the time to explore all of your options, and don't hesitate to ask potential child care providers about payment plans or discounts.
More Resources Available to Families
Please note: These resources are not given through CCR&Rs, but your local CCR&R can support you in navigating your options.
