Special Programs For Providers
Child Care Enhancement Program:
In 2003, the state legislature enacted a tax credit contribution plan designed to address the market failure in the child care sector. Family Connections received funds to implement strategies to enhance child care in Lane County. The NEW Child Care Enhancement Program will provide funds to increase child care provider wages and professional development, decrease parent cost to less than 10 percent of family income, and improve the quality of child care. For more information, contact Terri Hansen at (541) 463-3304 or hansent@lanecc.edu
PeaceHealth Provider Network
Lane Community College and Family Connections of Lane and Douglas Counties in partnership with PeaceHealth Oregon Region are working together to build the availability of quality child care through the Child Care Provider Network for PeaceHealth. PeaceHealth employees will have access to a variety of high quality providers in a variety of settings and location. Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Providers may apply for the Network
Providers enrolled in the Child Care Provider Network will have access to:
• Financial stipends based on the number of PeaceHealth families enrolled
• Scholarships for training
• Access to community resources and services
Infant/Toddler Child Care Provider Network
Lane County is growing and so is the need for infant/toddler care. The Infant Toddler Child Care Provider Network is designed to help providers increase the quantity and quality of infant /toddler care in the community. To participate in the Network you must be a registered provider in the Eugene/Springfield area and able to increase your infant/toddler slots. Benefits include, equipment stipends, enrollment bonuses, scholarships and training in infant/toddler care and the chance to network with other local providers. For more information call Jennifer at (541) 463-3315 or e-mail at slaterj@lanecc.edu.
Self Assessment: A Quality Improvement Program for Providers
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The Self Assessment is a project that the Commission on Children and Families has funded through Family Connections for several years. It is a great self-evaluation program, enabling providers to assess the quality of their child care environment, services, and professionalism, and then to make improvements in those areas. It is a simple process that requires a minimum of effort and time. If you are interested in more information or taking part in this unique opportunity, contact Lisa at barragerl@lanecc.edu or (541) 463-3308.