WIC is a Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. WIC helps families get healthy food and a lot more.
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WIC is a health and nutrition program for:
Babies
Children under 5
Pregnant Women
New Mothers
WIC provides:
Practical nutrition information and everyday healthy living tips for you and your family. Visit our Nutrition Education page.
Nutrition experts who specialize in nutrition for mothers and their children.
Support and information about breastfeeding your baby, including access to breastfeeding experts. Visit our Breastfeeding page.
Help in finding health care and other valuable community services. Visit our Resources page.
Special CA WIC card to buy healthy foods – such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, milk, eggs, bread, cereal, juice, peanut butter, soy milk, tofu and more!
WIC Eligibility
Participants must meet the income requirements, such as living at less than or equal to 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. You may also qualify if you receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) or CalFresh (SNAP) benefits. Babies and children cared for by their fathers, other guardians, or foster parents are also eligible. Working families and migrant families are also welcome to apply. Use the WIC eligibility assessment tool to see if you qualify.
Parent support, family wellness, support for dads, child development and tips and resources.
Organize local efforts to improve the health of the community by promoting, educating and providing support for breastfeeding.
Parent Resources for child care providers, families, community, car seat safety, JourneyWORKS, FamilyWORKS, etc.
provides children born in California and eligible low-income students attending public school with up to $1,500 for college education and career training
Child Abuse Prevention Council (CAPC) supports with classrooms offering enriched learning environments for ages 0-5
Provides case management services and home inspections to families of children found to be severely lead poisoned.
Public Health Services offers car seat check ups to San Joaquin County residents, including parents, caregivers, child care providers, and grandparents.
To prevent and treat oral diseases, increase awareness of the importance of dental health to overall health, and increase access to dental services. Kindergarten Oral Health Assessment (KOHA).