Melt in a double boiler and leave until needed:

32 caramels
3 Tbsp. milk or cream
3 Tbsp. butter

Combine the following:

1/2 tsp. salt
3/4 cup melted butter
3/4 cup brown sugar
1 cup oatmeal
1 cup flour
1 tsp. baking soda

Press 3/4 of the mixture into a 9x13 pan and bake at 350 for 8-10 minutes.  Pour caramel mixture on top and sprinkle with remaining mix and:

6 oz. package of chocolate chips

Bake for 10 more minutes and let cool.