Women who are pregnant receive WIC food benefits until the end of their pregnancy. Women who are fully or partially breastfeeding receive WIC food benefits until their baby is 1-year-old. Women who are breastfeeding some or only formula feeding receive WIC food benefits until their baby is 6-months-old. Enjoy the benefits of: Personalized nutrition and breastfeeding counseling.
Healthy foods to help you stretch your monthly budget and feed your growing family. Peer support groups where WIC families share ideas, recipes, or learn and teach new skills. Shopping for WIC Foods. Temporary WIC Foods To get your family what it needs during these difficult times, Texas WIC has temporarily added more options for the milk, bread, rice, pasta and eggs that you can buy at the grocery store. Have any questions? If you suspect someone of committing fraud or abuse, you may report your concerns anonymously.
You can contact the toll free hotline at Navigation menu. In its most simple terms, MyPlate gives the following advice: Balancing Calories. Enjoy your food, but eat less.
Avoid oversized portions. Foods to Increase Make half your plate fruits and vegetables. Make at least half your grains whole grains. Foods to Reduce Compare sodium on food labels, in foods like soup, bread and frozen meals and choose foods with the lower numbers. How to use your WIC checks. Your rights and responsibilities as a WIC participant. Your questions and comments are always welcome. Eat together. Talk together. Make mealtime a family time.
Eat fruits and veggies Fresh, frozen or canned Make meals and memories together. Encourage your child to try foods. Talk about fun and happy things. Focus on the meal and each other. Who may apply? Where do I apply? What is certification?
What do I need to bring to the WIC office? What happens after I am certified? How long can I get WIC? Breastfeeding support What is nutrition education? What are WIC foods? Pregnant women Breastfeeding women Women who have just had a baby including: those who breastfeed their babies those who do not breastfeed their babies Infants and children under the age of five Where do I apply?
Certification is the process required in order to receive benefits. Citizenship or legal residency is not required Meet the income guidelines set by the federal government Have a need for improved nutrition WIC will: Conduct a health assessment Provide opportunities to discuss nutrition and health concerns Provide referrals to other medical care and services Provide foods each month that will help you with your food budget What do I need to bring to the WIC office?
When you call the WIC office for a certification appointment, staff will tell you which of the following you need to bring: Proof of identity for you and your child Proof of household income Proof of residency Immunization record for infants and children In addition, you may be asked to bring: A completed New York State Department of Health Medical Referral Form from your health care provider including blood work. To be enrolled, a child must be present at each certification.
It will not cost you any money to enroll in the WIC Program. Back to Top What happens after I am certified? You and a WIC nutritionist will work together to discuss how much food you will get each month. This is called your food package. Later, if you want to make a change in your food package, talk to a WIC nutritionist to make adjustments. You will have opportunities to learn about ways you can use your WIC foods. You will receive breastfeeding support and peer counseling.
You will learn about many other helpful programs. You will meet with a nutritionist to discuss your nutrition and health needs. Once certified: Pregnant women can stay on WIC for the length of their pregnancy.
Breastfeeding mothers may continue to receive WIC benefits until their baby's first birthday. A breastfeeding mother's nutrition and health needs are reviewed 6 to 9 months after delivery. Mothers who are not breastfeeding may be eligible for WIC benefits until their babies are 6 months old. Infants and children may continue to receive WIC benefits until they turn 5 years old. How do I apply for WIC? Contact your local WIC clinic to make an appointment and bring: Proof of income.
That could be a paycheck stub, a recent tax return, or a letter from your employer. Proof of identity. Your child or proof of pregnancy. Immunization records for children. Bring if you have children. Can I buy diapers with WIC? Families receive WIC benefits until your child turns five. Am I eligible for other benefits? Check out this benefit finder tool and find out.
Find benefits. This information was compiled by Providers from publicly available government websites. Please check in with your local office if you have questions.
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