WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children under age five eat well, be active, and stay healthy.

What Does WIC Offer Families?

• WIC benefits card to buy healthy foods such as milk, juice, eggs, cheese, cereal, dry beans, fresh fruits and vegetables, and peanut butter
• Nutrition and health education to help you and your family eat well and be active
• Provide breastfeeding support, services, and education
• Help you find health care and other community services

How Do I Enroll in WIC?
Call 530-889-7187 or begin your application process online. Form here.

New to WIC?
If your income has been affected by COVID-19, or if you are pregnant or have a child under age 5 and need assistance, please Apply for Services. Men, dads, grandparents, foster parents, and caretakers are all welcome to apply for WIC benefits for their children under age 5. WIC is also not considered a part of public charge. It is safe to use and does not affect immigration status for anyone who is currently in the U.S. The WIC application process can be completed by phone, and you will receive your food benefits within a few days if you qualify.

Contact your WIC local office for more info. You may also contact CDPH WIC Division State Office for updates (such as available WIC benefit increases). Call toll free: 800-852-5770 or email WIC@cdph.ca.gov

Websites:

• California Department of Public Health - WIC Program Information - https://www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CFH/DWICSN/Pages/Program-Landing1.aspx
• Placer County - WIC Information - https://www.placer.ca.gov/2918/Women-Infants-Children-WIC
• Placer County - WIC: Apply for Services - https://www.placer.ca.gov/FormCenter/Health-Human-Services-Public-Health-24/County-of-Placer-Health-and-Human-Servic-181