Family Resources

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Referrals

WIC is here to help your family stay healthy by connecting you to health care and other important services. Ask WIC staff about referral programs and resources in San Luis Obispo County.


Hotline Phone Numbers

911 - Emergency Services Phone Number (United States and Canada)

988 - Suicide and Crisis Lifeline - SAMHSA

211 or 1-800-549-8989 - Federal, State and local resources 24/7

Alcoholics Anonymous (805) 541-3211

California Poison Control System Hotline 1-800-222-1222

California Warm Peer Line - 1-855-845-7415 for 24/7 non-emergency support to talk to a peer counselor

Child Welfare Services (CWS) - Services concerned with welfare of a child including neglect, abuse and commercial trafficking (805) 781-1700

Crisis Text Line - Text HOME to 741741 24/7 crisis support

Disaster Distress Helpline 1-800-985-5990 or text "TalkWithUs" to 66746 24/7 support

Domestic Violence Hotline 1-800-799-7233

Drug or alcohol abuse help 1-800-879-2772 or 1-916-327-3728

Fussy Baby Network Warmline (English & Spanish) 1-888-431-2229

Lumina Alliance (Formerly RISE & Stand Strong) (805) 545-8888

Mental Health Evaluation Team 1-800-838-1381 24/7 support

National Crisis Line 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)

National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888 or Text "Be Free" (233-733)

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline - Call or text 1-833- 9-HELP4MOMS or 1-833-943-5746 - For expecting & new moms experiencing mental health concerns or needing extra support 24/7 (English & Spanish)

National Suicide Prevention 1-800-273-TALK (1-800-273-8255) or text 838255

Postpartum Depression Support Line - Pregnancy & Parenting Support program (formerly Alpha) providing support and access to counseling (805) 541-3367

Postpartum Support International SLO County Coordinator (805) 994-0873 or [email protected]

SLO Hotline - Mental health, postpartum depression, suicide prevention (805) 783-0607 24/7 support

WIC Breastfeeding Support Line (805) 781-4344

 

Food Assistance 

Apply for CalFresh - California's Food Stamps Program (formerly known as SNAP) or call 1-800-831-3002

SLO Food Bank - Free Food Distribution Locations, Food Pantries and Meal Sites Phone: (805) 238-4664

Pandemic EBT 3.0 is officially here!  Phone: (877) 328-9677 Monday - Friday 6 AM - 8 PM

 

Health & Wellness

CDPH - Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention 

CenCal Health Transportation 855-659-4600

Center for Autism & Related Disorders (CARD) 877-448-4747

CHC Transportation Services - Free transportation to and from the clinic Monday - Friday. CenCal Members 1(855) 659-4600 and non-CenCal Patients 1(877) 743-3242

Child Development Resource Center - Educational and therapeutic programs - preschool and school age (805) 544-0801

Child Health and Disability Prevention Program (CHDP) - A preventative program to prevent and detect early diseases and disabilities. It provides periodic health assessments, services and referrals to low income children and youth. Find a local CHDP provider or call 805 781-5527

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention - County of San Luis Obispo - testing for children 0-21 years

Dental Providers - May be accepting new Medi-Cal Patients. For additional help (800) 322-6384

Help Me Grow - Free developmental screening and linkages to services that encourage optimal growth for children birth to 5 years of age. Text or call - North County (805) 440-1878 or South County (805) 305-1878

Jack's Helping Hand, Inc. - Assist children with special needs and cancer (805) 547-1914

Martha's Place - Behavioral Assessment Center - ages 0-5 years (805) 781-4948

MP Health - Mental health resource for parents/caregivers with children ages 0-5 years. No cost services for physical, occupational and speech therapies in English and Spanish (805) 235-2547

Medi-Cal or Covered California - New! Starting January 2024, full-scope Medi-Cal for you and your family, regardless of age and immigration status. You can qualify if you have a low income and are undocumented. Contact: Bernie Rubio, Patient Services Representative (Hablo Español) (805) 781-4838

For more information about Medi-Cal - visit www.dhcs.ca.gov/services/medi-cal, or apply online at www.benefitscal.com or call your local

DSS office:

Arroyo Grande (805) 474-2000Nipomo (805) 931-1800
Atascadero (805) 461-6000Paso Robles (805) 237-3110
Morro Bay & Cambria (805) 772-6405SLO (805) 781-1600

Nurse Home Visiting - County of San Luis Obispo - Guidance and support from a nurse or advocate for new parents (free) (805) 788-2068

SLO County Help Me Grow - Free early intervention services for developmental screenings and linkage to services for children 0-5 years (805) 544-4355

SLO Noor Foundation Health Clinics (805) 439-1797- Free medical, dental and vision care for uninsured, low-income individuals on the Central Coast. Services available in SLO (Monday - Thursday) and Paso Robles (Wednesday)

Tri-Counties Regional Center (805) 543-2833

Video Resources for Mixteco and Spanish Speaking Clients - Short films produced by County of SLO UndocuSupport to assist clients in understanding how to access essential resources such as enrolling your child in school, help with food, intimate partner violence, legal help for housing issues, banking services and applying for Medi-Cal. videos in Mixteco I videos in Spanish

WIC can refer you to other helpful services. Learn more in the guide Ask WIC for Referrals. English | Spanish

 

General Resources 

California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids (CalWORKs) -  Monthly temporary cash aid program and offers a wide range of services for low income families with a child(ren) in the home. Apply online at www.benefitscal.com

CAPSLO - Water Assistance / Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) - One-time assistance program designed to help households that are facing the threat of imminent disconnection, have already been disconnected or are past due on Water or Wastewater bills. Email: [email protected], Fax: (805) 594-1065 or Mail: CAPSLO, 3970 Short St., Ste 110, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 completed applications

California Department of Child Support Services - Assists with getting child support call 1-866-901-3212 or visit www.childsupport.ca.gov or contact your county social services agency

Disaster Relief - Financial assistance may be available to those who have been displaced or lost their homes following a disaster

Eckerd Connects - Free career planning & transition support, job readiness workshops, job training, resume writing help & interviewing techniques (805) 439-2557 or email [email protected]

Employment Development Department (EDD) - Unemployment Insurance & State Disability Insurance (805) 858-3508 ext. 3 Benefits and Resources for Undocumented Workers - Guide for completing a claim form for Paid Family Leave benefits - English I Spanish

Family Resource Center Directory - General needs and system navigation

Financial Support - For all tax credits and stimulus funds, families must file taxes. Learn more at irs.gov, caleitc4me.org and irs.gov/childtaxcredit2021

Gatherings Thrift - Lightly used and new clothing, toys, books, housewares and goods available through a referral organization for free to those in need (805) 464-4483

Housing Referrals:

Immigrant Legal Defense Center - Serving San Luis Obispo families who need representation in immigration court (805) 886-9136

Legal Aid at Work - Free legal services for workers in California. Work & Family Helpline (800) 880-8047

Lumina Alliance (formerly RISE & Stand Strong) Support and resources for survivors of sexual and intimate partner violence through 24-hour Crisis Line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling services, legal services, latinx services, children's services, education and prevention (805) 545-8888

Paid Family Leave - Insurance Program 1-877-BE-THERE (English) 1-877-379-3819 (Spanish) Benefits and Resources for Undocumented Workers

Phone Options - Free government phone program to qualifying households 1 (888) 321-5880

Public Charge - Participating in WIC, Medi-Cal, school meals, CalFresh, housing programs, testing, vaccination and care for COVID-19 will not impact immigration status. For more information, visit ProtectingImmigrantFamilies.org

Salvation Army  (805) 481-0278 Arroyo Grande, (805) 466-7201 Atascadero, (805) 772-7062 Morro Bay, (805) 544-2401 - San Luis Obispo, (805) 238-9591 Paso Robles

SLO Legal Assistance Foundation (SLOLAF) - Providing free legal services and resources to people in need. Assistance in English and Spanish  (805) 543-5140

Tax Filing Assistance - File taxes online:  https://www.myfreetaxes.org, IRS child tax credit: https://www.irs.gov/childtaxcredit2021, non-filer tool: https://www.irs.gov/credits-deductions/child-tax-credit-non-filer-sign-up-tool and help completing IRS form: https://sloparents.org/slo-frc-directory/

The Link Family Resource Center - Family support services for children, youth and families with programs and services to address their unique need - Link Brochure

UndocuSupport in San Luis Obispo County - Financial support for undocumented and mixed status families to help with rental assistance, utility payments, transportation, groceries and health needs. 

Utility & Home Energy Support 

 

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding 

Baby Friendly Hospitals

Central Coast Breastfeeding Coalition - Lactation Services

French Medical Center - Maternal Classes and Events & in-person & out-patient breastfeeding consults (805) 541-2229

Growing with Baby - Providing in-person and virtual breastfeeding support (805) 543-6988

Kick It California - Help to quit smoking or vaping. Text message specifically for pregnant women - to sign-up text "MOM" to 222888

La Leche League - Breastfeeding, support groups & information 

Marijuana and Pregnancy English (PDF) | Spanish (PDF)

Mother to Baby - Provide evidence-based information about medications and other exposures during pregnancy and while breastfeeding 1-866-626-6847 or text 855-999-3525

National Maternal Mental Health Hotline - Call or text 1-833- 9-HELP4MOMS or 1-833-943-5746 - For expecting & new moms experiencing mental health concerns or needing extra support 24/7 (English & Spanish)

Pregnancy & Parenting Support of San Luis Obispo (805) 541-3367 Provides San Luis Obispo County families with emotional support, practical assistance and connections to community resources from pregnancy through a child’s second year

Sierra Vista Medical Center - Birth and Parenting Classes 

Twin City Community Hospital - Baby Care & Breastfeeding Classes

WIC Breastfeeding Support Line (805) 781-4344

Workplace Rights & Protections in California During and After Pregnancy - Fact Sheet I Guide to What, When & How I Undocumented Workers' Guide to Applying for California Disability Insurance & Paid Family Leave I Rights to Paid Leave & Accommodations in California 

 

Infants & Children 

California Kids Investment and Development Savings Program (CalKIDS), a statewide initiative aimed at helping California families build college savings for their children. Newborn flyer - English I Newborn flyer - Spanish

CAPSLO - Find Child Care (888) 727-2272

CAPSLO - Child Care Subsidy - Assistance with child care payments (888) 727-2272

CAPSLO - Family Member, Friend or Neighbor Offering Care English flyer I Spanish flyer - Do you provide care for children ages 0 through school-age? Assistance for License Exempt Child Care Programs (805) 541-2272 or email [email protected]

CAPSLO - Childcare Resource Connection (805) 541-2272

CAPSLO - Help Me Grow - Free developmental screening and linkages to services that encourage optimal growth for children birth to 5 years of age. Text or call - North County (805) 440-1878 or South County (805) 305-1878

Car Seat Inspections - County of San Luis Obispo (805) 781-1568

Car Seat Inspections - CHP SLO (805) 594-8700, Templeton (805) 434-1822

CDC's Developmental Milestones 

Childcare Centers/Preschools 

Early Learning Centers - Free Part-Day State Preschool program managed by the SLO County Office of Education - for children ages 3-5! Locations: Atascadero, Grover Beach, Nipomo, Oceano, Paso Robles & San Miguel. Contact Marisol Espino: [email protected] (805) 782-7275

Head Start & Early Head Start (805) 542-0320

Martha's Place - Behavioral Assessment Center - ages 0-5 years (805) 781-4948

Migrant and Seasonal Head Start - ages 0-5 years (805) 544-4355

Parent Connection of SLO County - Parenting classes and coaching services to make parenting less stressful and more rewarding (805) 543-3700

Parents Helping Parents - Supports and empowers SLO County families who have children with disabilities or special needs through various programs and services (805) 543-3277

Vaccines & Immunizations - County of San Luis Obispo - Vaccines (shots) help protect children from serious and sometimes deadly diseases. Make sure your child(ren) get shots when they need them. For more info about immunizations: www.cdph.ca.gov/Programs/CID/ DCDC/Pages/immunize.aspx

 

 

Substance Abuse 

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline dial 988 - 24/7 free and confidential support for people in distress to prevent suicide

Alcoholics Anonymous (805) 541-3211

Central Coast Hotline (800) 783-0607 - Mental health guidance, crisis and suicide prevention line 24/7

Drug & Alcohol Services - County of San Luis Obispo - 12-18 years old and families (800) 838-1381, SLO Clinic (805) 781-4275 main line, Atascadero Clinic (805) 461-6080, Grover Beach Clinic (805) 473-7080, Paso Robles Clinic (805) 226-3200, Youth Treatment (under age 18) (805) 781-4754

Kick It California - Help to quit smoking, vaping and smokeless tobacco - Telephone coach: English 1-800-300-8086 Spanish 1-800-600-8191 or text "Quit Vaping" or "Quit Smoking" to 66819. Text message specifically for pregnant women - to sign-up text "MOM" to 222888

Narcotics Anonymous (800) 549-7730 (24 hr line for Central Coast)

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services administration SAMHSA (800) 622-HELP (4357) - Treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for people facing mental and/or substance use disorders

WIC Breastfeeding & Substance Use support