Vicky Uisprapassorn
Mayor’s Desk
MAYOR VILMA CUELLAR STALLINGS
Local apartment owner receives this month’s Mayor’s Award
At the August 2 City Council meeting I was pleased to present the latest Mayor’s Award of Excellence to Patrick Pearson who owns and manages an 82-unit apartment complex in town (see photo below).
Any time you hear about landlords it’s usually negative. But I recognized Patrick for the positive impact he has made by caring about the needs of his tenants. He has been very proactive over the years. Here are just a few of his actions:
• He had the complex retrofitted for earthquake safety even though it was not required by law.
• He has 30 security cameras to give his tenants peace of mind.
• He built a new playground in the courtyard.
• He partners with our Public Safety Team to host Neighborhood Watch meetings—and feeds everyone dinner.
• He has maintenance staff on-site to ensure that all issues within the complex are handled quickly.
His complex is safe and attractive, his management style is hands-on and he has many happy residents who have lived there for 20 years or more.
Mr. Pearson is a good partner of the City and has raised the bar for what it means to be an excellent landlord. When your business is providing housing, that is crucial.
Prepare for the next ‘big one’
Speaking of earthquakes, did you know the State of California has a number of free resources to help residents prepare for them?
At earthquake.ca.gov you can find tips to make a safety plan, download free resources, and learn about drop, cover, and hold, emergency preparedness plans, life-saving early-warning alerts like MyShakeApp, and other ways to receive notifications.
Californians can now be one step ahead of an earthquake.
Farmer’s Market moves to Saturdays
The daytime Farmer’s Market previously held at Progress Park on Fridays has moved to Saturdays at Paramount Park, 14400 Paramount Blvd. It will be open from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
This provides extra convenience for shoppers who couldn’t attend during the week and more slots for additional vendors.
It’s a great community resource to find fresh produce, packaged goods and prepared foods, and artisan craft items. Most vendors accept EBT and WIC. There is plenty of free parking.
Grant funds for small businesses
Small businesses keep our community thriving. To help those that were hit hard by the pandemic, the City is providing one-time grants of up to $20,000 that do not require repayment. Paramount businesses with 20 employees or less may qualify.
For the complete list of eligible criteria and to complete an application, visit paramountcity.com and look for a story in the News section. The program uses City funds received from the Federal government through the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (ARPA). It will run until the funds have been depleted on a first come, first served basis.
Get ready to compost
A new California state law requires that food scraps and other organic waste now need to be recycled.
A curbside collection program for the City of Paramount is in the works. Other options are composting at home or using the compost bin at the Orange/Cortland Community Gardens, located at 7200 Cortland Avenue. (In order to use these bins, you need to register. Please call 562-220-2020 to learn more.)
Composting is good for the environment. When green waste breaks down in a landfill, it generates methane – a potent greenhouse gas 20 times more powerful than carbon dioxide.
Take the Clean Air Day pledge to start composting and help fight back against super-pollutants: cleanairday.org/pledge/individual/ cityofparamount
Relay for Life
The joint Paramount, Bellflower, Downey and Norwalk celebration of cancer survivors will be on Saturday, September 17, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Paramount Park. To participate, visitrelayforlife.org/tricitiesca
From left: Vice Mayor Isabel Aguayo, Councilmember Annette C. Delgadillo, Mayor Vilma Cuellar Stallings, Patrick Pearson, Councilmember Peggy Lemons, and Councilmember Brenda Olmos.
Paramount Education Partnership
PEP Talk
PNational School Lunch & Breakfast Program 2022-23
aramount Unified School District is participating in the National School Lunch and Breakfast Programs for the 2022-2023 school year. The school sites listed below are approved for the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) which allows all enrolled students to receive lunch and breakfast every school day at NO CHARGE:
• Collins Elementary School, 6125 Coke Ave., Long Beach, CA 90805
• Buena Vista High School, 3717 Michelson St., Lakewood, CA 90712
• Community Day School, 14507 Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723
• Gaines Elementary School, 7340 E. Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Hollydale School K-8, 5511 Century Blvd., South Gate, CA 90780
• Jackson Middle School, 7220 E. Jackson St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Jefferson Elementary School, 8600 Jefferson St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Keppel Elementary School, 6630 Mark Keppel St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Lincoln Elementary School, 15324 S. California Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
• Los Cerritos Elementary School, 14626 Gundry Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
• Mokler Elementary School, 8571 E. Flower St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Odyssey STEM Academy High School, 3701 Michelson St., Lakewood, CA 90712
• Paramount High School Senior Campus, 14429 Downey Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
• Paramount High School West Campus, 14708 Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723
• Paramount Park Middle School, 14608 Paramount Blvd., Paramount, CA 90723
• Roosevelt Elementary School, 13451 Merkel Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
• Tanner Elementary School, 7210 Rosecrans Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
• Wirtz Elementary School, 8535 Contreras St., Paramount, CA 90723
• Zamboni Middle School, 15733 Orange Ave., Paramount, CA 90723
Please remember to fill and complete the 2022-2023 Educational Benefits Form (LCFF) so that the district can continue receiving the proper funds for educational purposes. The form is located on the districts online registration platform called SchoolMint and its due Sept 15, 2022.
Eating school meals will help support and enrich your students’ academic, social and healthy eating behavior skills for the future. Eating the proper nutrition will provide the students with the environment to nourish their physical and mental health.
The Student Nutrition Department follows all U.S. Department of Agriculture Meal Pattern guidelines for healthy school meals. Please encourage your child(ren) to participate in the lunch and breakfast programs by dining in and enjoying our meals at any of the school cafes.
For additional information please contact the Student Nutrition Services Department at (562) 602-6031 Monday-Friday 7 a.m.-3:30 p.m. The café staff looks forward to serving healthy and nutritious meals to your students.
PEP Learning Center
Programs and activities for students at the Paramount Education Partnership Learning Center have returned with the new school year.
The Center is located at Spane Park, 14400 Gundry Avenue. For more information regarding, call (562) 220-2050 or (562) 220-2121.
Homework Help
The Homework Help Program is dedicated to working with Paramount K-12 students on their academic skills through onsite help. The program provides assistance and support in a wide range of general education courses Monday through Wednesday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Initial program registration is required. Call (562) 220-2050 for information.
English as a Second Language (ESL)
In partnership with the Paramount Adult School, the Adult ESL program helps students develop communicative competence in listening, speaking, reading, and writing. The curriculum is designed to meet the diverse needs of students, ranging from the English of daily living to the language required for entry into vocational and academic programs. The content and instructional strategies reflect the California ESL Model Standards for Adult Education Programs.
Registration must be done through the Paramount Adult School at 14507 Paramount Blvd. or by calling (562) 602-8080. ESL classes at the Learning Center begin Wednesday, September 7, and are held Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 12 noon.
SBack-to-school traffic safety
chool has started, so it’s time for everyone to take special care regarding traffic concerns and congestion around our campuses. The Sheriff’s Department has been conducting back-to-school traffic enforcement and issuing citations for violations including, but not limited to, the following (with fines shown):
• Stopping at a red curb to unload or load passengers ($232).
• Slowing down or stopping in the roadway and affecting another car, which can create an unsafe situation ($238).
• Not stopping for a crossing guard with their stop sign raised ($238).
• Ignoring pedestrians in a crosswalk, getting to close to them or rushing by too fast ($238).
• Operating a vehicle while holding a cellphone, even if it’s not to your ear ($162).
• Double parking or blocking driveways ($53).
• Speeding or driving unsafely can be even more expensive.
Watch for children at bus stops, on sidewalks, in streets and in school parking lots. Look out for crossing guards and obey their signals.
By following these tips and encouraging your kids to do the same, we can help make our school zones safer for everyone.
National Night Out dinner
As part of National Night Out in early August, when communities across the country come out in support of law enforcement and crime prevention, the City of Paramount held a dinner thanking its Neighborhood Watch block captains for their efforts throughout the year.
In addition, Paramount Station deputies and Public Safety staff handed out ice cream to youth at the Orange Splash Pad, Spane Park and the City’s Summer Day Camp.
This provided an excellent opportunity to bring Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department personnel and our youth together under positive circumstances. Also see the National Night Out photo on the next page. For information about joining a Neighborhood Watch group, or starting your own, please call (562) 220-2002.
City Council
PEP scholar leads Pledge of Allegiance
In celebration of August as National Back to School Month, Eduardo Lopez led the Pledge of Allegiance at the August 2 Paramount City Council meeting. He is a local student who earned a college scholarship from the Paramount Education Partnership this year and is attending UC Berkeley in the fall. From left: Vice Mayor Isabel Aguayo, Councilmember Annette C. Delgadillo, Mayor Vilma Cuellar Stallings, Lopez, Councilmember Peggy Lemons, and Councilmember Brenda Olmos.
National Night Out
At its August 2 meeting, the City Council recognized Paramount Station Lieutenant Joseph Morales and Neighborhood Watch block captains as part of the annual National Night Out, which supports law enforcement and crime prevention efforts.
Former Commissioners honored
Paramount has five commissions made up of five residents each. Commissioners provide advice and insight to the City Council on various issues. At its August 2 meeting, the City Council thanked its outgoing commissioners for their service.
From left: Vice Mayor Isabel Aguayo, Councilmember Annette C. Delgadillo, Mayor Vilma Cuellar Stallings, former Public Works Commissioner Dr. Linda Timmons, Councilmember Peggy Lemons, and Councilmember Brenda Olmos.
National Wellness Month observed
In celebration of August as National Wellness Month, the City Council recognized three non-profit organizations that provide health and wellness services to the community at its August 2 meeting. Community Family Guidance Center helps young people with mental health issues. Pathways offers caregiving, hospice, and grief counseling. Su Casa supplies services to those suffering domestic abuse. The California Municipal Finance Authority recently donated $145,000 to the City to be given to non-profits in town and the City Council directed that the funds be split between these three groups, all of which work to improve the physical, social, and mental well-being of Paramount residents.
National Back to School Month
August was Back to School Month, which gets parents, students and teachers ready for the new academic year. To celebrate the return to Paramount classrooms, the City Council, at its August 2 meeting, presented its proclamation to Julie White, the Homeless/Foster Youth Liaison with Paramount Unified. She also works with the City’s Back to School event, which was on August 13 and helped families-in-need with things like backpacks, supplies, shoes, sweaters, and haircuts. From left: Vice Mayor Isabel Aguayo, Councilmember Annette C. Delgadillo, Mayor Vilma Cuellar Stallings, White, Councilmember Peggy Lemons, and Councilmember Brenda Olmos.
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Above (left to right), back row: Rick Pinzon, Kiwanis Division 13 Lt. Governor; Paramount USD Superintendent Ruben Frutos; Ann-Marie Williams, representing Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang; Sam Kotob (Farmers Insurance), Paramount Chamber of Commerce Ambassador; Chamber Ambassador Vice Chairperson Tony Diaz. Front row: Barbara Crowson, Paramount Chamber Executive Director;, Lauren Yokomizo, representing Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn; Yesenia Cuarenta, President of Paramount Kiwanis; Dora Sandoval, President of Norwalk Kiwanis 605; Dr. Topekia Jones with Paramount Kiwanis.
Below (left to right): Jayro Sandoval, representing California State Senator Lena Gonzalez; Adrian Landa, representing California Assembly Speaker Anthony Rendon; Lynda Johnson, representing Los Angeles County Sheriff Alex Villanueva; Ann-Marie Williams, representing Los Angeles County Assessor Jeff Prang; Manuel Partida, owner of Fatima’s Grill; Jessica Partida (Manuel’s wife); Gloria Partida (Manuel’s mother); Tony Warfield, Paramount Chamber Ambassador Chairperson; Anthony Martinez, representing the City of Paramount; kneeling in front is Lauren Yokomizo, representing Los Angeles County Supervisor Janice Hahn.
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About the employee retention tax credit
By Belle Wong (linkedin.com/in/bellewong)
IEligible small businesses can still claim the ERC for 2020 and 2021.
f you’re a small business owner, you may be eligible for a tax credit called the employee retention credit (ERC). This refundable tax credit benefits businesses that kept employees on the payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic.
If this is the first time you’ve heard of the ERC, you’re not alone. Only 32% of small business owners said they were somewhat familiar with the credit in 2021, according to the National Federation of Independent Business.
Luckily, eligible small businesses can still claim the ERC if they haven’t already. But the rules surrounding the ERC can get complicated.
Below, we’ll walk through what the ERC is and help you determine your eligibility for the credit.
What is the Employee Retention Credit (ERC)?
The ERC is a refundable tax credit first established in 2020 under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act). The credit was created to help businesses keep employees on their payroll during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Since then, the credit has gone through a number of changes, including expanded eligibility; it’s now also available to employers who obtained loans under the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP). Most eligible businesses can claim the ERC for wages paid to employees between March 13, 2020 and Sept. 30, 2021.
How much could you stand to receive from the ERC? The amount depends on when you’re eligible to file a claim.
For the 2020 tax year, eligible businesses can receive credit on 50% of qualified wages—up to a maximum of $5,000 per employee—for the period from March 13, 2020 to Dec. 31, 2020. For 2021, the ERC is calculated as 70% of qualified wages, up to a maximum of $7,000 per employee per quarter, for a maximum of $21,000 per employee.
Determining your ERC eligibility
There are different requirements for claiming the ERC in 2020 versus 2021, so you’ll need to determine eligibility for each year.
You are eligible for the ERC in 2020 if:
• Your business faced full or partial suspension or limitation of operations during any calendar quarter because of governmental orders that limited either commerce, travel, or group meetings due to COVID-19; or
• Your business saw a 50% decline in its gross receipts in Q2, Q3, or Q4 of 2020 as compared to gross receipts in the same calendar quarter in 2019.
You are eligible for the ERC in 2021 if:
• Your business faced full or partial suspension or limitation of operations during any calendar quarter because of governmental orders that limited either commerce, travel, or group meetings due to COVID-19; or
• Your business saw a 20% decline in its gross receipts in Q1, Q2, or Q3 of 2021 as compared to gross receipts in the same calendar quarter in 2019.
When assessing your eligibility, it can be more straightforward to qualify under the gross receipts test, which uses objective evidence. When qualifying under the full or partial suspension test, your eligibility depends on subjective elements that could be challenged by the IRS.
Another advantage of the gross receipts method is that you’ll also automatically qualify for the ERC in the following quarter. If you qualify under the full or partial suspension test, you will only be eligible for the period of time your business was affected by a government order.
You can read more about what the IRS considers full or partial suspension of operations at irs.gov/pub/irs-drop/n-21-20.pdf
ERC for recovery startup businesses
Recovery startup businesses have extended eligibility for the ERC into Q3 and Q4 of 2021. A recovery startup business is one that:
• Went into business after February 15, 2020.
• Has an average annual gross receipt of less than $1 million.
• Does not meet either the full or partial suspension test or the gross receipts test for the quarter in question.
The maximum ERC for recovery startup businesses is $50,000 for each of Q3 and Q4 in 2021.
Calculating your qualified wages
Your ERC entitlement is calculated based on “qualified wages.” Qualified wages are any employee wages you’ve paid that were subject to Social Security and Medicare withholding taxes, plus any health plan expenses that are allocable to those wages.
However, there are some wages that don’t qualify. That includes any wages used to obtain PPP loan forgiveness, or credits or relief received under the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (FFCRA), the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, and the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC).
Wages paid to individuals who own more than 50% of the business and to those who are related to the employer, including the employer’s spouse, also don’t qualify.
How to claim your ERC
If you are eligible for the ERC, you will need to file Form 941-X (https:// www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/about-form-941-x) to adjust your initial filing of Form 941 (Employer’s Quarterly Federal Tax Return). You have up to three years after the date you initially filed Form 941 to file a Form 941-X adjustment.
If you haven’t claimed the ERC yet for your small business, it could be worth determining your eligibility to make a claim. For a detailed look at the 2020 and 2021 ERC requirements and calculations, see the IRS’s comparison chart. (irs.gov/newsroom/employee-retention-credit-2020-vs2021-comparison-chart).
Not sure if your business is eligible to claim the ERC? Speak with your CPA or tax advisor, or a qualified ERC expert, who will be able to guide you through the process.
To calculate your estimated ERC refund, check out online tools like EY’s ERC calculator (erc.ey.com/?src=eyercc).
Networking
at Alondras on October 20! 12 noon - 1 p.m. • 8411 Alondra Blvd.
Paramount Chamber of Commerce
member-to-member discounts
As a Paramount Chamber of Commerce member, these discounts are extended to you by your fellow members.
Attorney & Legal Services
Lerma Law Office (562-272-4353): 15% discount on initial retainer fee or flat-rate service.
Automotive
Herald’s Garage (562-633-2136): 15% discount on labor and a free engine light reset.
Communications
Transcom Telecommunications (562-630-1200, ext. 221): 10% off equipment (business phone services).
Contractors
Jones Scaffold Co. (800-266-3864): 10% off net rental of scaffold equipment.
Financial Services
SG Tax Services (562-630-4004): $25 off tax preparation for Chamber members and their employees.
Vicky Professional Services (562-634-1178): 20% off bookkeeping and accounting service.
Flowers
Diana’s Flowers (562-529-5045): Free local delivery and free balloons.
Funeral Services
Palacios Funeral Home (562-972-5429): 5% off services.
Hotels & Motels
Embassy Suites Hotel (562-861-1900): 15% off best available room rate (subject to availability). Ask for “Chamber rate.”
Insurance
2000 Insurance Service (562-602-0001): 25% off new business.
Medical
Clínica Médica Hispana (562-630-1991): 25% discount.
Plumbing & Heating
Downey Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning (562-861-1234): 10% off HydroJet service and/or 10% off material.
Production (Events)
YSL Production (323-490-6315): 20% any event services: Sound, lighting, stage, LED video, wall & truss equipment.
Printers
Source Graphics, Inc. (562-408-2734): 10% discount on all printing.
Real Estate
GM Properties (562-696-0200): 5% of gross commissions on closed deals will be sent to the charity of our choice in your name. Ask for Matt.
Penta Pacific Properties (562-699-1922): Free market value opinions on commercial and industrial properties.
Restaurants
Café Corleone (562-408-6100): 10% discount on all food purchases.
Casa Adelita (562-408-2360): 10% off (may not be combined with other specials).
Casa Gamino (562-634-6225): 10% discount on food purchases.
Delfin Seafood & Market (562-630-1928): 10% off any order.
El Compa Restaurant (562-630-1068): 10% discount on all food purchases.
El Sinaloense Restaurant (562-363-3011): 10% off on food purchases.
El Peri Sushi Restaurant (562-408-0459): 10% off on food purchases over $10.
Gus’s Deli, BBQ & Grill (562-630-2802): 10% off all food purchases.
Mariscos Alas (562-633-1348): 10% Chamber member discount. 15% discount for law enforcement & City employees.
Mariscos El Perihuete (562-408-1661): 10% off on food purchases over $10.
Pika Tortas Ahogadas (562-529-5787): 10% discount on all regular-priced food items (excludes combo deals).
Smoke & Fire Social Eatery (562-363-3109): 10% discount on food items.
Roofing
One Coat Roof Seal LLC (833-232-8121): 20% off each can.
Wellness & Health
Enagic (562-833-3823): Free ionized alkaline water.
Wholesalers & Distributors
Rayvern Lighting Supply, Inc. (562-634-7020): 5% off fixtures and ballast orders (commercial distributor of lighting and fixtures).
To add your business to this section, please call the Paramount Chamber of Commerce for information: 562-634-3980
Membership RENEWALS
Aerocraft Heat Treating Co.......................38 years 15701 Minnesota Ave., Paramount CA 90723
Hoffman Plastic Compounds....................20 years 16616 Garfield Ave., Paramount CA 90723
Optum Health Care....................................17 years 18 Centerpointe Dr., La Palma CA 90623
Alfa Industries.........................................11 years 15700 Garfield Ave., Paramount CA 90723
Daniels Bookkeeping & Tax Service Inc........10 years 8225 Alondra Blvd., Paramount CA 90723
Powertec Inc..............................................5 years 6301 Alondra Blvd., Paramount CA 90723
Diana’s Flowers..........................................4 years 7317 Somerset Blvd., Paramount CA 90723
Freedom Roofing Company........................2 years 6639 San Juan St., Paramount CA 90723
Marali Beauty Salon & Supply......................1 year 8011 Somerset Blvd., Paramount CA 90723
Isolation and quarantine can help reduce disruptions at schools
Reducing disruptions at schools is easier when COVID-19 community transmission is lower. As Los Angeles County continues to have fewer cases and hospitalizations, spread of the virus can be further decreased when those infected or exposed adhere to isolation, testing and masking guidance.
Similar to requirements for the general population, students and staff with COVID-19 can end isolation after day five if: a COVID-19 test on day five or later is negative, there is no fever for at least 24 hours without fever-reducing medicine, and existing symptoms have subsided or are improving.
Those with a known exposure can continue their customary activities, including attending school and extracurricular activities, provided they are asymptomatic, have a negative test between days three to five, and wear a mask when around others indoors.
For the most up-to-date information about COVID-19 guidelines and protocols, please visit ph.lacounty.gov.
EPOXY COATING LABORER —Long-term, full-time (40+ hours per week). Will train. Install various flooring systems for commercial and industrial projects. Perform tasks involving physical labor; must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand for long periods. Operate equipment (as instructed). Techcoat Contractors, 15720 Garfield Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723. Contact: Brenda or Jessica at 562-529-5700. Apply Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
WAREHOUSE MAINTENANCE WORKER —Longterm, part-time (20 to 25 hours per week). Will train. Staging equipment and materials for daily projects. Receive and process warehouse stock products. Maintain inventory. Operate and maintain warehouse vehicles and equipment. Run errands (as needed). Techcoat Contractors, 15720 Garfield Avenue, Paramount, CA 90723. Contact: Brenda or Jessica at 562-529-5700. Apply Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.
PHARMACY TECHNICIAN —Full-time. Experience helpful, but willing to consider an excellent new graduate who can learn quickly. Call Martha at Fobi Pharmacy: 562-630-5700.
SKILLED LABOR OPPORTUNITIES —SkillsetGroup currently has these positions available for first, second and third shifts: Machine operator, sanitation, loading & unloading, forklift drivers, production line, and order pulling. Come in and apply today! SkillsetGroup actualmente tiene aperturas para puestos disponibles para Primer, Segundo y Tercer turno. ¡Ven y aplica hoy! Call us at 866-375-3094 or use Instagram (@ skillsetgroup) or Facebook for weekly updates. 7300 Alondra Blvd., Suite 202, Paramount, California 90723.
STATE FARM AGENT —State Farm Agents help their customers protect what’s important to them, all the while making time to give back to their neighborhoods. Improve your career! Call David Maciel: 562-305-2111.
FULL-TIME SEAMSTRESS —5-Star Interior Services, Inc., needs a full-time seamstress with drapery-making experience. Contact Leroy at 818-845-4518.
CREW WORKER —Specialty construction. Will train. Installation of epoxycoatings, including preparation of concrete floors and other structures using various equipment. Long-term, 30+ hours, including some weekends. Report in person to TECHCOAT, 15720 Garfield Ave., Paramount, California 90723; M-Th 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m.
CLEANING SERVICE JOB (Persona para limpiesa)— A&R Cleaning Multiservices. Please contact Yolanda Monday-Friday at 562-500-2284.
WIC is a nutrition program for women, infants and children. WIC es un programa de nutricion para mujeres, bebes y niños.
You may qualify if you:
• Are pregnant, breastfeeding or just had a baby
• Have a child under age 5
• Have a low to medium income*
• Receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) or CalFresh (Food Stamps) benefits
• Live in California Usted puede calificar si:
• Está embarazada, está dando pecho o acaba de tener un bebe
• Tiene un niño menor de 5 años
• Tiene un ingreso bajo a mediano
• Recibe beneficios de Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) o CalFresh (Estampillas de Comida)
• Vive en California
WIC provides:
• Nutrition education and health information
• Breastfeeding support
• Food benefits
• Referrals to medical providers and community services
WIC proporciona:
• Educación sobre nutrición e información de salud
• Apoyo con la lactancia
• Beneficios de comida
• Referencias a proveedores de servicios medicos y servicios
*Income levels change annually. Niveles de ingreso cambian anualmente. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Está institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
South Los Angeles Health Projects WIC Program