Hundreds of families in Marion and Polk counties qualify for state subsidies to help pay for child care, but are sitting on a waitlist because of inadequate funding.
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Early child care shortages in Oregon costing parents jobs, survey finds
More than 40% of parents responding to a Portland State University survey said they or their partner quit, declined or changed jobs due to child care challenges.
Child care subsidy program faces potential $123 million shortfall and indefinite waiting list
Oregon expanded eligibility and benefits for subsidized child care, but didn’t match that with the needed funds, officials say.
McNary principal mulls child care center run by students
McNary High School Principal Erik Jespersen is considering setting up a child care center for school employees that would serve as a career education program.
