AGENCY

Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health

We provide services to pregnant people and families with children and we collaborate with health professionals to improve care.

Find a WIC office Near You
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) provides access to healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and more.
Safe sleep for your baby
Reduce the risk of sudden infant death sydrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths.
Nurse home visiting program
If you are pregnant or have a new baby, a public health nurse can visit you at home.

Services

WIC supplemental nutrition program
Helping families get healthy food, breastfeeding support and more.
Get nutrition counseling at SFHN Primary Care Health Centers
Make a nutrition appointment to talk with a registered dietitian nutritionist.
Nutrition Equity Opportunity & Physical Activity
Learn about projects that promote healthy eating, physical activity, and nutrition security among low-income San Franciscans.
Pregnancy tests
Get a free pregnancy test, regardless of immigration or insurance status.
Child Health & Disability Prevention (CHDP) Program
CHDP program offers preventive health services that identify and prevent disease and disabilities among low-income children and youth.
Teenage Pregnancy and Parenting Program
We serve young parents under the age of 19 who are journeying through parenthood with children aged 8 and under.
Child Care Health Program (CCHP)
We serve children ages 0-5 in San Francisco preschools, family child care homes, and family resource centers, along with their families and providers.
California Children's Services (CCS) San Francisco
CCS is a statewide program that serves children and youth under 21 years old with certain medical conditions.
CalWORKs Through the Public Health Nurse
We provide linkage to services for pregnant people and families with children in San Francisco.
Family and Children's Services Nursing Unit
Get support, medical care and dental care for foster children and children with medical and developmental challenges
Mom receiving WIC services

Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Supplemental Nutrition Program

WIC serves babies and children up to age 5, pregnant people, and new mothers. WIC helps families by providing nutrition education, WIC card to purchase healthy foods at the grocery store, breastfeeding support and referrals to healthcare and other community services.Apply now

Resources

California Children's Services (CCS) San Francisco For Providers
Information for medical providers and hospitals
Child Protective Services
Report suspected child abuse, neglect, or exploitation.
Family Planning Program
Family planning empowers people to choose if and when they have children.
Safe Sleep for your baby
Reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and other sleep-related infant deaths
Deliver Birth Justice - Perinatal Equity Initiative
We are working to reduce the impact of racism on black birthing people in San Francisco and across the Bay Area. Here's how the San Francisco Department of Public Health is addressing maternal health disparities.
San Francisco Black Infant Health Program
Our goal is to improve black infant and maternal health. We empower Black or African American pregnant people to make healthy choices for a brighter future.
Maternal, Child, and Adolescent Health data and reports
Health data about pregnant people, children, and young adults in San Francisco.

About

The Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health (MCAH) Division of the San Francisco Department of Public Health is here to support pregnant individuals, children, youth, and families. We partner closely with health professionals and community organizations to ensure families have the care, resources, and support they need to thrive. Our welcoming team reflects the diversity of our city and works to create safe, inclusive spaces where everyone feels valued. MCAH is guided by Director Aline Armstrong, whose leadership is rooted in a deep commitment to the health and well-being of San Francisco’s families.

Contact information

Phone

Maternal, Child and Adolescent Health Office800-300-9950

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