Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
Welcome to the County of San Luis Obispo WIC Program
Federal Funding Update: WIC Fully Funded for 2026
On November 12, 2025, the United States Congress passed a bill to end the government shutdown. The bill funds the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program through September 30, 2026. Families should continue to use their benefits and attend their appointments.
Food Assistance
For additional food resources, visit Find Food Assistance Programs or contact your local WIC office.
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!
New! WIC is on the go - coming to a place near you. See our pop-up clinic schedule.
What is the process?
Check Eligibility
To find out if you are eligible, view WIC’s qualifying incomes, visit the State's WIC website or fill out the Apply for WIC form.
Make an Appointment
Please call (805) 781-5570 or text (888) 417-6180 to schedule an appointment.
Gather Necessary Documents
- Identification for the persons applying for WIC, such as a birth certificate, driver’s license, crib card, military ID, photo ID, Social Security card, hospital record, or Medi-Cal card
- Proof of all family income (pay stubs or Medi-Cal card)
- Proof of street address (mail, utility bill, rent/mortgage receipt)
Who is eligible?
- Individuals who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or just had a baby in the past 6 months (or pregnancy loss);
- Children up to 5 years of age, including those cared for by a mom, dad, a grandparent, foster parent, step-parent or guardian; and
- Meet the WIC income guidelines or who receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKS or CalFresh (SNAP) benefits; and
- Live in California.
Take the online WIC Eligibility Assessment to see if you may qualify or fill out the Apply for WIC form.
When and where is this service offered?
Please contact the WIC office nearest you to schedule an appointment, text toll free (888) 417-6180 or fill out the Apply for WIC form.
Location, directions and hours of operation
Click on location name to show hours of operation, directions and phone information
Monday - Thursday 8:00 - 5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 - 4:30 PM Please note all County of SLO WIC clinics are closed the last Wednesday of the month
5575 Hospital Drive
Atascadero, CA 93422
WIC Clinic: (805) 237-3065
Alternate Tel: (805) 781-5570
Monday - Thursday 8:00 AM - 5:30 PM and Friday 8:00 - 4:30 PM (closed for lunch 12:30-1 PM Friday only) Clinic closed the last Wednesday of the month
286 South 16th Street, Suite B
Grover Beach, CA 93433
Tel: (805) 473-7130
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm ~ Friday 8:00 - 4:30 pm
805 4th Street
Paso Robles, CA 93446
Tel: (805) 237-3065
Monday - Thursday 8:00 - 5:00 PM and Friday 8:00 - 4:30 PM Please note all County of SLO WIC clinics are closed the last Wednesday of the month
2191 Johnson Avenue
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Tel: (805) 781-5570
FAQs
To find out if you are eligible, view WIC’s qualifying incomes or visit the state's WIC website.
Yes. In order to enroll in WIC, an appointment is required. Please call (805) 781-5570 or text (888) 417-6180 to schedule an appointment.
WIC participants receive monthly food benefits to get healthy foods. WIC foods include fruits and vegetables, whole-wheat bread, dry beans/peas, peanut butter, milk, soymilk and tofu, yogurt, eggs, cheese, cereal, canned fish, baby foods and infant cereal. Special infant formulas and medical foods may be provided when prescribed by a physician for a specified medical condition. For a full list of eligible foods, click here.
Yes! WIC benefits will be provided on a California WIC Card for all of your family's food benefits at your first appointment if you qualify.
For more information on the program and its many benefits, visit the California WIC Program website.
Only a WIC authorized food store can accept the WIC Card. Look for the WIC logo or WIC poster to identify stores that accept the WIC Card. You can also consult with your WIC counselor to find a store near you.
Yes, new WIC cards (summer 2025) with QR codes can be used year-round at authorized Farmers' Markets to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables throughout San Luis Obispo County!
