Food

Community Service Agencies
Community Service Agencies - Human Services Agency
Located throughout the county, these agencies provide site-specific services which generally include emergency food, shelter, clothing, employment services, PG&E assistance funds, short-term counseling, and additional services.

Food Resources in San Mateo County
http://cip.plsinfo.org/PDF/FOOD_08.pdf [PDF]
The nearest community center is the first stop for assistance when an individual does not have money to buy food. These community centers can provide or locate emergency food, clothing, shelter and other services.

Second Harvest Food Bank Food Connection Hotline
Phone: (800) 984-FOOD(3663)
http://shfb.org/ (Link opens in new window)
Provides food assistance and access to the Food Stamps Program

WIC (The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children)
Phone: (650) 573-2168
Nutrition Services - Health System
Six WIC sites in the county provide comprehensive nutrition services to young families, including food vouchers for the purchase of nutritious foods.

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