WIC Services
Do I qualify?
To qualify for WIC, you must meet income guidelines, live in California and be in any of the categories below:
- A pregnant woman
- A woman breastfeeding a baby under 1 year of age
- A woman who had a baby or was pregnant in the past 6 months
- A baby up to his or her first birthday
- A child up to his or her fifth birthday
Not sure if you qualify?
You may qualify if you receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) or CalFresh (SNAP) benefits or have low to medium income.
- Babies and children cared for by their fathers, other guardians, or foster parents are also eligible.
- Newly pregnant, working families and migrant families are also welcome to apply.
What do I bring to my first WIC appointment?
- Each person who will be enrolling into the WIC program
- Identification — for yourself & any children age birth to 5 years
- Proof of address — a document verifying your current address
- Proof of income — current documents such as, paycheck, tax return or letter from employer
- Pediatric referral forms: Pregnant form(PDF), Pediatric Form (PDF), Postpartum and Breastfeeding (PDF)
What should I expect at my first WIC appointment?
- A review of the WIC program services & benefits, including the following video:
- An Individualized Nutrition Assessment for each qualifying member of your family
Do you live in a different area? Visit signupwic.comto apply for benefits at your local WIC office.
WIC Guidelines & Qualifications
WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program for women, infants and children. In the state of California, the WIC program is administered by the California Department of Public Health. WIC services include nutrition and health information, monthly food benefits for healthy foods, breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and other community resources.
When applying for WIC benefits, your income is part of the requirement. The WIC income eligibility guidelines listed below will help determine if an applicant is eligible for the WIC program.
To qualify for WIC, you must meet the Income Guidelines and be in any of the categories below. Apply for WIC today or contact your local WIC office for more information.
Pregnant Women:
Throughout the duration of your pregnancy
Women With a Recent Pregnancy Loss:
For six months after a pregnancy ends
Breastfeeding Women:
Until your baby is one year old
Non-Breastfeeding Women:
Until your baby is six months old
Infants and Children:
From birth until your child’s fifth birthday
Fathers:
With a child under five years old
Military Families:
With a child under five years old
Foster Families:
With a child under five years old
Caretakers:
Legal & non-legal guardians caring for a child under five years old