The Veterans' Building in Salem houses the central offices of the Early Learning and Care Department. (Oregon State Archives Scenic Images collection)
Present Duties
The Department of Early Learning and Care (DELC) provides childcare licensing and health and safety monitoring through the Child Care Licensing Division. They also administer the state’s preschool and early learning programs, supports infant-toddler care, funds professional learning services for childcare across communities and provides funding for childcare assistance to qualifying families.
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Contact Information
Contact: Alyssa Chatterjee, Director
Legal & Legislative Information
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