Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in California
California has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to California.
No insurance needed.
Prices checked Nov 2, 2026.
- Check price →SnagRx's homepage shows its 12-month prepaid prices first
- Check price →CoreAge Rx's site, then a treatment pick and intake
Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in California to call:
- AltaMed Health Services, Commerce, 888-499-9303
- Centro Medico Community Clinic, Corona, 951-278-8910
- Tri-State Community Healthcare Center, Needles, 323-344-9255
- Family Health Centers of San Diego, San Diego, 619-906-4621
- Celebrating Life Community Health Center, Mission Viejo, 949-866-3600
- United Health Centers of the San Joaquin Valley, Fresno, 559-646-6618 x0010
- Neighborhood Healthcare, Escondido, 760-520-8300
- Golden Valley Health Centers, Merced, 209-574-1030
- San Ysidro Health, San Ysidro, 619-662-4100
- Northeast Valley Health Corporation, San Fernando, 323-860-2280
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest California counties
In California, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, San Diego, Orange and Fresno counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Los Angeles County
About 27 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 12 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 14 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Csc - Community Health Center Alhambra, 726 E Main St, Alhambra, 213-808-1792
- Tzu Chi Health Center, Alhambra, 1000 S Garfield Ave, Alhambra, 626-281-3383
- Comprehensive Community Health Center - Arleta, 9043 Woodman Ave, Arleta, 818-221-3096
Riverside County
About 37 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 13 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 11 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Dap Health - Anza Community Health Center, 58581 Us Highway 371 Ste Fgh, Anza, 951-763-4759
- Banning Community Health Center, 940 E Williams St, Banning, 951-849-6794
- Banning Family Community Health Center, 1070 E Ramsey St, Banning, 909-881-6146
San Bernardino County
About 33 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 14 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 13 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Adelanto Community Health Center - County of San Bernardino, 11336 Bartlett Ave, Adelanto, 760-956-4422
- Tri-State Community Healthcare Center, 11499 Bartlett Ave, Adelanto, 760-444-4258
- Apple Valley Health Center, 20254 Us Highway 18, Apple Valley, 951-571-2300
San Diego County
About 25 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 9 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 10 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- San Ysidro Health Alpine Family Medicine, 1620 Alpine Blvd, Alpine, 619-662-4100
- Dap Health - Woolcott Dental, 590 Palm Canyon Dr, Borrego Springs, 760-767-5112
- Truecare, 1295 Carlsbad Village Dr, Carlsbad, 760-720-7767
Orange County
About 24 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 9 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 9 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Altamed Medical and Dental Group - Anaheim, 1325 N Anaheim Blvd, Anaheim, 888-499-9303
- Central City Community Health Center, Inc. - Anaheim, 2237 W Ball Rd, Anaheim, 714-490-2750
- Family Health Matters Community Health Center, 1182 N Euclid St, Anaheim, 714-441-0411
Fresno County
About 38 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 15 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 18 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Clovis Community Health Center, 180 W Shaw Ave Ste B, Clovis, 559-203-6600
- United Health Centers Clovis Herndon, 2497 Herndon Ave Ste 103, Clovis, 559-646-6618 x0010
- Aria Community Health Center, 191 E Polk St, Coalinga, 559-935-2100
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
California Medicaid and GLP-1s
Medi-Cal covers GLP-1s for type 2 diabetes, heart disease and fatty liver disease with prior approval, and for members under 21. Coverage for weight loss alone ended January 1, 2026. The full rules are on California Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in California
- CalFresh (SNAP): call 877-847-3663, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food banks:
- Alameda County Community Food Bank, Oakland, 510-635-3663
- Central California Food Bank, Fresno, 559-237-2527
- FIND Regional Food Bank, Indio, 760-775-3663
- Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Counties, Riverside, 951-359-4757
- Feeding San Diego, San Diego, 858-452-3663
- Feeding the Foothills, Roseville, 916-783-0481
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online.
- Age 65 or older: California Health Insurance Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-434-0222.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
California free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in California?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to California.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.