Health Promotion

Bicycle & Pedestrian Safety

The Injury Prevention team works to make walking and biking safer and to promote active, healthy living. We talk about safe driving and share skills and knowledge about how to navigate our community more safely, both on foot and on wheels. We proudly partner with community groups and participate in local initiatives: Safe Routes to School, the Healthy Communities Work Group and the SLOCOG Safety Action Plan.

Car Seat Inspections

Did you know only about 20% of American parents install and use their car seat correctly? That’s why our certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians are here to help. They provide free car seat education and inspections to individuals and groups to make sure children are the safest they can be.

Healthy Aging

Our Healthy Aging Services empower older adults and their families and caregivers with tools and knowledge to support their health, independence, and overall wellbeing. Whether you're seeking ways to stay active, maintain mental sharpness, or stay informed on the latest healthy aging information and resources, we're here to assist you on your journey. We provide education in English and Spanish.

Injury Prevention

Injuries are the leading cause of early death in San Luis Obispo County.  The Public Health Department works to help prevent these injuries by providing education and resources for parents, community groups and partners.

Nutrition Education - CalFresh Healthy Living

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CalFresh Healthy Living supports healthy, active and nourished lifestyles by teaching about good nutrition and how to stretch food dollars, while also building partnerships in the community to make the healthy choice the easy choice.

Quit Tobacco

Quitting tobacco improves your health and reduces your risk of heart disease, cancer, lung disease, and many other illnesses. Whether you smoke cigarettes, cigars, pipes, use chewing tobacco, or e-cigarettes (vaping), free supportive services can help you quit.

If you have tried to quit before and have not been successful, don't give up! Tobacco dependence is a chronic disease, most smokers make multiple quit attempts before succeeding, and many smokers require repeat intervention. 

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Tobacco Control Program

The Tobacco Control Program provides community education, prevention services, and technical assistance to government agencies, community-based organizations, law enforcement, businesses, and residents of San Luis Obispo County. Our goal is working to keep tobacco out of the hands of youth, helping tobacco users quit, and ensuring that all community members can live, work, play, and learn in smoke-free environments.

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

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Welcome to the County of San Luis Obispo WIC Program

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Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program helps families by providing nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy foods, and referrals to health care and other community services. 

Call (805) 781-5570 or text (888) 417-6180 and someone will be with you shortly!

Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm

* All County of San Luis Obispo WIC offices will be closed on Thursday, July 4, 2024 in observance of Independence Day