Resources
See below for resources related to the Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program.
- Finding a WIC Program in Alameda County: English-Spanish
- Resource Guide for Men, Women and Children Alameda County Resource Guide
- California WIC Resource Guide
- The WIC Show: The WIC TV Show, presented in English and Spanish, offers features on nutrition (including cooking, reading nutrition labels, food portion control), physical activity, breastfeeding, lead poison prevention, and more. The WIC Show is produced by the WIC Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC clients.View recent shows on YouTube: English | Spanish
- CalFresh Food Stamps: CalFresh is California’s food stamps (SNAP) program. Apply to get up to $204 a month per household member on an EBT card. Apply for CalFresh »
- Food Banks in Alameda County
- Reduced Cost or Free School Meals: The USDA offers programs that provide children with nutritious school breakfast and lunch at reduced cost or for free. Learn more about the National School Lunch and Breakfast programs.
- Download the School Meals Program to learn more about Contra Costa County school food programs in your local district.
School Programs for Young Children: Head Start Program: How to apply
School Programs for Young Children: First Five
Medi-Cal: Medi-Cal provides medical, dental, and vision insurance to low-income families in California. Apply for MediCal »
- Who Is Eligible for Medi-Cal? Adults who are parents or caretaker relatives that have any children under 21 years of age living in your home
- Children birth through age 20
- Undocumented children and young adults can receive coverage for emergency or pregnancy-related services
For full-scope Medi-Cal, citizenship or legal residency is required
Dental Services: The Medi-Cal program currently offers one of the program’s many benefits. Visit the Medi-Cal Dental Program Website for more information or to locate a dentist. Medi-Cal Dental Program Website »
Maternal Mental Health Resources
- Perinatal Depression & Anxiety
- Maternal Depression | Spanish
- 24 Hour Alameda County Crisis Line: (800) 309-2131 | Website
- CalHOPE
- Postpartum Support International
- Maternal Mental Health Now
- The Blue Dot Project
- MediCal Mental Health Services
- NAMI
2-1-1 Alameda County Online Resources Website
For Providers, For Partners: WIC Program Materials
Whether you work in a hospital, the community or a clinic, WIC is here to help your patient population!
WIC Outreach Materials
- California Families Grow Healthy with WIC | Spanish
- Outreach Materials Order Form for CA Non-WIC Programs Only
WIC Breastfeeding Support Services
- Alameda County Breastfeeding Support Guide (Revised 1/2021)
PDF: English/Spanish | English/Chinese - About Regional Breastfeeding Liaison (RBL) Program
- Partnering with RBL Program
- WIC Breastfeeding Support Services
Clinical Guidelines and References
- The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM)
- Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed)
- Infant Risk Center – Dr. Thomas Hale
Breastfeeding Research and Data
- California Department of Public Health
- California WIC Association
- CDC Maternity Practices in Infant Nutrition Care (mPINC) Survey
Resources for Hospitals
- Management Procedures and Key clinical Practices
- California Laws Guiding Hospital Policies and Practices
- Breastfeeding Model Hospital Policies
- Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative – USA
- 10 Steps and the International Code – World Health Organization
- Breastfeeding Hospital Quality Improvement
WIC Referral Forms
- WIC Pediatric Referral Form
Referral form to be completed by the child’s health care provider. - WIC Referral for Pregnant Woman
Referral form to be completed by health care provider, to refer pregnant women to WIC. - WIC Referral for Post-Partum/Breastfeeding Woman