DELAWARE COUNTY Early Learning Child Care Resource Center Region 15

WHO WE ARE

The Early Learning Resource Center Region 15 (ELRC) provides a single point-of-contact for families, early learning service providers, and communities to gain information and access services that support high-quality child care and early learning programs. We offer an enhanced resource and referral system for communities seeking early learning services and supports. The ELRC provides child care subsidies to eligible families. The Federal and State funding for this program is provided through a contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (PADHS). The ELRC serves children eligible for child care works from birth to 13 years of age whose parents are employed and meet the eligibility guidelines set forth by the Commonwealth. Childcare is also available to children who are 13 years or older but under 19 years of age who are incapable of caring for themselves. Teen parents who are enrolled full-time in high school are encouraged to apply for childcare services. Parent/Caretakers who apply may be placed on a waitlist based on the availability of funds. Fees are based on family size and income.

Administrator: Angelique Hiers Deputy Administrator: Shannon Esposito

WHAT WE DO

The ELRC provides child care subsidy to eligible families. This is a parent choice system. Parents may choose any licensed, regulated or relative, provider who signs an agreement for funding through this agency and complies with State laws and regulations. The ELRC may not make recommendations regarding the selection of a child care provider. ELRC resource and referral staff are able to offer parents and caregivers a variety of resource information to local agencies, government programs, services, and child care providers.

Resources are provided to parents/caretakers which will aid in selecting a quality care provider for their child/children. Early Learning Resource Centers are a trusted source for families looking for child care/early learning programs. A quality early learning program—in child care, Early Head Start, Head Start, or preschool—will help prepare your child for success in school and in life