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1. What does Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program provide?

WIC provides the following:
- A food voucher to be redeemed at the grocery store.

- Breastfeeding support.

- Linkage to other health care, i.e.: well child exams, immunizations, and lead screening.

- Nutrition education.

2. What do I need to bring when I sign up for WIC services?

The following information will be needed when applying for WIC:
- Crib card from the hospital or birth certificate (sixty days old or less).

- Proof of identity and proof of person receiving the vouchers.

- Proof of income.

- Proof residency.

- Shot record for infants and children.

3. Is a medical exam required for WIC services?

WIC accepts physician referral information if not older than 60 days. A WIC exam can be done at the clinic.

A WIC exam is:
- Due Date for Pregnant Women

- Height and Weight

- Hematocrit or hemoglobin (if over nine months of age)

WIC participants must be present at each certification.