Services: Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program
Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Program
Are you pregnant, have kids under 5? Then, WIC may be for you! Have you had loss of wages due to COVID-19? WIC can be of support during these difficult times. We offer, nutrition information, breastfeeding support and education, link you to other needed services AND, offer healthy foods for you and you family every month! WIC is also for foster families or guardians raising children 0-5 years of age. Participating in WIC is easier than ever!
Services
WIC helps you learn how to eat healthy, supports breastfeeding and helps you afford . To learn more about WIC’s services, check out the videos below.
WIC: Supporting Parents & Families for 45 Years
WIC: Supporting You On Your Breastfeeding Goals
Who is Eligible
- Families with low income, according to guidelines from the California Department of Public Health. Working families may also qualify.
- Pregnant women or women who have kids under 5.
How to Apply
Call (650) 573-2168 to schedule your phone appointment.
You can use this prescreening tool to see if you may be eligible, call to see if you qualify!
WIC Locations
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San Mateo Office Temporary Location |
Daly City Office 380 90th Street |
| Redwood City Office 2342 El Camino Real Ste 200 |
South San Francisco Office 306 Spruce Ave |
| Half Moon Bay Office 225 S. Cabrillo Highway, Suite 100A |
East Palo Alto Office Ravenswood School District 2160 Euclid Ave |
For Providers
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Breastfeeding Support Groups
It takes a village
Having a child is a very exciting but sometimes parents can feel overwhelmed by the changes in having a new baby. Breastfeeding support groups improve mental health in families, increase self-esteem and confidence, and help meet breastfeeding goals. You can do it!
Check back soon to learn about upcoming Support Sessions!
World Breastfeeding Week
Enabling Breastfeeding, Making a Difference For Working Parents #WBW2023
World Breastfeeding Week is a celebration of support, promotion and advocacy for Breastfeeding around the globe. WIC is proud to collaborate with partners every year to promote Breastfeeding and WIC as a Breastfeeding Program and Resource for our communities. This year the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action focuses on supporting breastfeeding at the workplace!