Healthy Women Infants & Children

Join Dignity Health - St. Bernardine Medical Center for a free car seat safety check this Saturday, July 10th. The California Highway Patrol will be onsite to show you how to keep your little ones safe in your car. Event information below. For questions, contact California Highway Patrol at 909-383-4247 and 909-806-2400.... #SafetyFirst #Hellohumankindness

Shop with WIC at your local farmers’ markets this summer to get delicious, nutrient-rich fruits and veggies! WIC Fruits and Vegetables Benefit: WIC families can use their Fruits and Vegetables Benefit all year with farmers who accept the WIC Card.... This summer, from June through September, the fruits and vegetables benefit has been increased to $35 per WIC family member, 12 months and older. For more information on the benefit increase, please visit MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov. Find a WIC farmers’ market or WIC farm stand here: https://www.myfamily.wic.ca.gov/Home/WICFarmersMarkets

Happy Independence Day! In observance of the holiday, WIC services will return Tuesday, July 6th at 7:30 a.m.

Stir-fry salads, salsa, dips, dressings, wraps, patties, smoothies, and cold treatsthe possibilities are endless! So many ways to add fruits and veggies to refreshing, mouth-watering, and *healthy* meals. You can use your increased benefits at WIC-approved stores and with farmers that accept the WIC Card. WIC staff are happy to share lots of simple ways to make fruits and veggies a tasty part of summer eating.... Learn more about the $35 increase by visiting MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov or contacting San Bernardino County WIC at 1-800-472-2321.

Check out the latest County of San Bernardino Department of Public Health News Release! Learn all about our WIC fruit and vegetable benefit increase: https://bit.ly/3w2fdDH WIC families can stock up on *more* fruits and veggies! #CaliforniaWIC has increased the fruits and vegetables benefit to $35 per person for the months of June, July, August, and September. Need WIC services, visit the San Bernardino County Department of Public Heath WIC Program at www.sbcounty.gov/WIC.

WIC participants receive a monthly Cash-Value Benefit (CVB) on their WIC Card for buying fruit and vegetable purchases. As a part of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, the CVB is temporarily increased to $35 per person per month. The CVB increase will be issued from June 1, 2021 through the end September 2021. The expansion of #WIC funding through Sept. 2022 will triple the initial value of veggies and fruits for #WIC participants. This continued increase will help many California families like Abigail. Check MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov or San Bernardino County WIC (www.sbcounty.gov/WIC) for more information.

Good news, Pandemic EBT (or P-EBT) is coming for eligible families! These no-risk, additional benefits will be arriving in the mail soon. Families with young children ages 0-6 years who got CalFresh food benefits between October 2020 and May 2021, and school age kids, grades TK-12th, who were enrolled in free or reduced price school meals and attended school via distance learning at least some of the time, will automatically receive a P-EBT card in the mail. To learn more about P-EBT, visit ca.p-ebt.org.

SAVE THE DATE for Saturday, June 26 from 10 a.m. to 1p.m. for a Drive-Thru Food Giveaway! It won't just be food . . . There will also be giveaways of free backpacks with school supplies, nutrition information and other resources. While you're there, get your COVID-19 vaccine as well (Pfizer and Johnson & Johnson offered). Address listed below in the City of Bloomington.

From June through September, the WIC fruits and vegetables benefit will increase to $35 per month! Use this guide to help you select *extra* in-season fresh produce such as raspberries, eggplant, squash, and cucumbers! Farmers’ markets are open during the summer season. You can get many locally grown fruits and vegetables at an authorized farmers’ market. The produce listed here may become available at different times during the season. Find a WIC authorized farmer near you on the WIC Families tab at MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov. Visit eatfresh.org for yummy recipes using this season’s fruits and vegetables!

Happy Father’s Day to all those celebrating this special day! Despite the WIC name, dads have always been a part of the WIC family. Dads and father figures caring for children are welcome at WIC too. WIC celebrates all nurturers, caregivers, and guardians of our children.... Share in the comments some of your favorite dad jokes. #CaliforniaWIC #WIC #WhatIsWIC #PublicHealth #WicWorks #FathersDay #WeLoveYouDad #Dads #Fathers

Fathers really are irreplaceable! #Dads usually play more lively and energetic games with their #kids. These play activities help children build large muscle skills. This helps children learn how to regulate their emotions and bodies. This even affects their self-confidence in positive ways. These are just some of the reasons why dads are important within the #family. Visit the Inland Empire Father Involvement Coalition on Facebook (@iefathers) for resources and events just for dads and father-figures!

Stay cool! See the County of San Bernardino Department of Public Health Heat Advisory. High temperatures are expected throughout this week and weekend

Getting vaccinated is an important and personal choice. Talk to your doctor or nurse if you have questions or for help understanding the safety of COVID-19 vaccines. You can also visit VaccinateALL58.com for more information. #CaliforniaWIC #WIC #WhatIsWIC #PublicHealth #WicWorks #WicMomStrong #MomStrong #SleeveUp #GetToImmunity #CaliforniaforAll #VaccinateALL58 #EndthePandemic #RollUpYourSleeve #Health4All #Vaccine #COVID19... [Image: Getty]

Have you taken advantage of this summer’s increase to the WIC fruits and vegetables benefit? From June through September, you can get *more* WIC foods with the increase to $35 for fruits and vegetables! Here are the details: Every person on WIC who is 12 months and older is eligible.... The benefits are good for 30 days from the date they are issued. This means benefits issued on Sept. 27 can still be used through Oct. 26. You can use your increased benefits at WIC-approved stores and with farmers that accept the WIC Card. Learn more about the $35 increase by visiting MyFamily.WIC.ca.gov or contacting San Bernardino County WIC at 1-800-472-2321. #CaliforniaWIC #WIC #WhatIsWIC #PublicHealth #WicWorks #WicMomStrong #MomStrong #FruitsAndVegetables #FarmersMarket #EatSeasonally #SeasonalProduce #PowerOfPlants #FruitSeason #FruitsAndVeggies #Health #HealthyLifestyle #HealthyLife #Nutrition #HealthyCalifornia #PlantFoods

To protect the well-being of our participants from the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), all our San Bernardino County Department of Public Health WIC offices are offering services by phone, during normal business hours. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/2Uw13u3

Babies under 6 months of age are at high risk for serious flu complications and are too young to get a flu shot. If you live with or care for an infant younger than 6 months old, you should get a flu shot to help protect them from flu. https://eziz.org/assets/docs/IMM-823.pdf

Why not get into the Halloween spirit and use some of those pumpkins to make a creamy pumpkin soup? Try this recipe from USDA ChooseMyPlate. What would you add to this to make it your own? Recipe: http://ow.ly/P0H450C4zeJ

We vote. We rise. Find out how to vote or register to vote at vote.ca.gov or call the toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683). #votingmatters #GoVote

Today is the last day for Californians to register to vote. Only registered voters will get a mail ballot for the November 3rd election. Vote-by-mail is easy, safe and lets you avoid the polls on Election Day. Check your voter status at vote.ca.gov. #votingmatters

Are you ready to ShakeOut? We are! #ShakeOut is today at 10:15 a.m. Like adults, children need to develop muscle-memory so they will react quickly and correctly when an earthquake begins. Parents and caregivers should model "Drop, Cover, and Hold On" behaviors with their children. Practice these drills regularly and discuss them together afterwards. Below are some resources to help! Recommended Earthquake Safety Actions For Parents and Care Providers of Young Children and Inf...ants: https://bit.ly/2SZoA6c Rocket's Rules for Safety - Video for Kids: https://bit.ly/3iXodU1

What else is on the ballot besides the President? Important ballot measures, the United States Congress, the California State Legislature, judges and city officials are all on the ballot this year. Votes for these offices and measures directly impact you and your family. Do not give up your voice in shaping your future.... Find out how to vote or register to vote at vote.ca.gov or call the toll-free Voter Hotline at (800) 345-VOTE (8683). #CaliforniaWIC #VoteCalifornia #VoteSafeCA #PlanToVote #election2020

We send our congratulations and well wishes to our very own Sharon DeSilva who is retiring today She has served as a Registered Dietitian with WIC for 33 years and has positively impacted so many of our families lives right here in San Bernardino County. You will be greatly missed!

Have you heard about Children's Environmental Health Day? We want a world where our kids have healthy and safe places to live, learn and play. As parents, caregivers, and providers, what helpful steps can we take to move towards that goal? Here are some tips: Ten Tips to Create Healthier Environments for Children: https://bit.ly/2SGoyjg Children’s Environmental Health 101 Infographic: https://bit.ly/3ltf07H

The Desert Mountain Children’s Center Training Institute is providing a free four-part online series for parents, caregivers, foster parents and teachers. You will learn parenting tips and tools to help with communication and increase harmony in your home. For event details and to register online, visit: https://sbcss.k12oms.org/52-194169 For more information, please contact Cory Lopez at [email protected] or call760.955.3625.... Series Presented By: Belinda Jauregui, LCSW, Clinical Counselor Cheryl Goldberg-Diaz, LCSW, Program Manager

We are less than a month away from the General Election on November 3, 2020. Can you believe it!? If you miss the Monday, October 19, deadline to #registertovote, you can visit the San Bernardino County Elections Office (@sbc_elections), a vote center or polling place for same-day registration safe and safe in-person voting. Visit caearlyvoting.sos.ca.gov for a list of early voting locations where you can complete the Same Day #VoterRegistration Process.... #registertovote #useyourvoice #vote #vote2020 #yourvotematters #voterregistration #everyvotecounts #californiawic #mywiccard #wicstrong #COVID19 #election2020 #2020elections

The Census will never ask you about your immigration status. 2020 Census answers cannot be shared with law enforcement and immigration agencies. Your answers cannot be used to determine eligibility for government benefits. Not being counted could mean less money for emergency services, health care, food assistance programs, schools, and early childhood and childcare services. Be counted today: my2020census.gov.... #CaliforniaWIC #MyWICCard #WIC #ICount #2020Census #BeCounted #StandUpBeCounted #ICount #CaliforniaforAll #EveryoneCounts #CountMeIn #PublicHealth #healthequity #healthequityCA

Can I use my CalFresh & Pandemic EBT benefits at my local farmers market? Yes! Go to FMfinder.org to locate one in your area to shop for fall fresh fruits and vegetables! When shopping, please remember to follow @sbcountydph social distancing guidelines which include: > Wearing a face covering... > Keeping at least 6 ft of distance from other families > Shopping quickly & efficiently > Washing hands for at least 20 seconds as soon as you get home See more

Never fear... Super Nutricia is here! The County of San Bernardino Department of Public Health joins forces with IEHP Super Nutricia to teach kids how to fight the temptations of unhealthy eating. Play this comic book adventure video for a fun and entertaining activity with the kids. Eng: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C7x8kPPdxBE&t=4s Spn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aRi7VukBcyg

Information from the Census helps decide how billions of federal dollars are spent in California. Not being counted could mean less money for emergency services , health care, food assistance programs, schools, and early childhood and childcare services. Not being counted could also mean fewer people to represent your community in Congress. Be counted today! my2020census.gov... #CaliforniaWIC #MyWICCard #WIC #ICount #2020Census #BeCounted #StandUpBeCounted #ICount #CaliforniaforAll #EveryoneCounts #CountMeIn #PublicHealth #healthequity #healthequityCA