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Child care makes a difference.

Child care matters—and not just for parents. When families can’t access care, the whole community suffers. People with kids can’t get to work or school. Employers have trouble keeping their workplaces staffed. And everyone feels the economic impact.

Did you know, there’s a major shortage of regulated child care in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties? At Growing Care, we want to fix this.

Growing Care is a program of Family Connections, the state-designated Child Care Resource and Referral agency serving Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties in the state of Oregon. We offer training, technical assistance, systems navigation and support to help your child care business thrive.

Simply put? We’re here to help you start or grow a successful family child care business of your own.

  • Simple to start

    An in-home business is one of the simplest child care programs to start.

  • Funding available

    You can get startup grants up to $15,000, plus training, tools, and support.

  • Positive impact

    Make a difference for your county, your family, and the kiddos in your care.

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Pssst. You’re not alone out there.

You may be surprised at how many resources exist to help you start and run a successful child care business from your home. Find tips and info, free training, startup grants, and a whole network of supportive people, right here at Growing Care.

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Have questions?

Find out how to start your family child care business.

Ready to get started?

We’ll point you to the resources that are right for you.