Resources for your student’s general health.

Covered California: California’s official health insurance marketplace. Helps families enroll in Medi-Cal or low-cost insurance plans.
1-800-300-1506
Medi-Cal for Children (0–18): Free or low-cost health coverage for children based on family income. Includes medical, dental, vision, and mental health services.
California Children’s Services (CCS): Provides diagnostic and treatment services for children with certain physical limitations or chronic health conditions.

Shots for School (California Dept. of Public Health): Information on required vaccines for school and child care entry in California.

California Youth Crisis Line: 24/7 free and confidential support for youth and families.
1-800-843-5200
Each Mind Matters: California’s mental health movement, with family resources and toolkits.
CA Parent & Youth Helpline: Daily emotional support and guidance for parents and youth.
1-855-427-2736

CalFresh (formerly Food Stamps): Helps low-income families buy healthy food.
California WIC (Women, Infants, and Children): Provides nutrition assistance, education, and breastfeeding support for families with children under age 5.
School Meals (California Department of Education): All CA public school students can receive free breakfast and lunch daily

HealthyChildren.org (American Academy of Pediatrics): Parent-focused health info backed by pediatricians, available in English & Spanish.
CA Safe Kids Coalition: Provides injury prevention tips (car seat safety, water safety, etc.).
California Poison Control System: Emergency help & advice for poisonings.
1-800-222-1222