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WIC clinic · Lake Charles, LA

Swla Center For Health Services

This is one of Lake Charles's WIC locations: Swla Center For Health Services. New applications, recertifications and breastfeeding support all start with a phone call to the number below.

(337) 493-5159 Income limits How to apply
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Address2000 Opelousas Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601 Phone(337) 493-5159 State line1-800-251-2229 — Louisiana WIC hotline, if this clinic doesn't answer Apply onlineLouisiana accepts online applications ServicesWIC applications and certifications, eWIC benefits, nutrition counseling and referrals ServesPregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5 in the Lake Charles area

Details from public sources — hours and walk-in policies vary by clinic, so call before visiting.

Before you go: quick prep

  1. Call first — certifications are by appointment; mention if you're pregnant or applying for an infant (priority scheduling).
  2. Bring four things: photo ID, proof of address, proof of income or your Medicaid/SNAP/TANF card, and the children applying.
  3. Expect 30-60 minutes: paperwork, a free health check (height, weight, iron), and in most states the eWIC card issued the same day.
  4. Income near the line? A pregnancy adds a household member, and Medicaid enrollment qualifies you automatically — check before ruling yourself out.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment at Swla Center For Health Services?

WIC certifications are by appointment at nearly all clinics — call (337) 493-5159 to book. Pregnant women and infants get priority scheduling (federal rules cap their wait at 10 days). Louisiana also accepts online applications, which shortens the visit.

What should I bring to apply?

Four things: photo ID, proof of address, proof of income (recent pay stubs — or your Medicaid, SNAP or TANF card, which counts by itself), and the children applying. Full walkthrough in our application guide.

What are the income limits right now?

For July 2026-June 2027: $40,034/year for a household of 2, $50,542 for 3, $61,050 for 4 (gross income, 185% of poverty). A pregnancy counts as at least one extra household member — and Medicaid, SNAP or TANF enrollment qualifies you automatically.

Can fathers or grandparents bring the kids?

Yes — any parent or legal caregiver can apply for and manage WIC benefits for an eligible child. WIC is not limited to mothers.

Other WIC clinics in Lake Charles

Calcasieu Parish Health Unit

3236 Kirkman Street · (337) 478-6020

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Independent guide — not affiliated with the USDA or any WIC agency. Confirm details with the clinic; only your local agency can enroll you.