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W.I.C. (Women, Infants, and Children’s Supplemental Food & Nutrition Program)
 WHO IS ELIGIBLE:
Those eligible to receive WIC are pregnant and breast-feeding women; women
who have recently had a baby; infants from birth to 12 months; and children from
1 to 5 years who are also:
- residents of the state of Michigan
- income eligible (at or below 185% of federal poverty income guidelines or
on Medicaid or food stamps)
- determined by clinic staff at local agencies to be at nutritional and/or health
risk
SERVICES OFFERED:
FOOD: Nutritious foods are provided to supplement and help improve the diet.
Women and children may receive milk, cheese, eggs, juices rich in vitamin C, cereals
rich in iron, and dry peas/beans or peanut butter.
NUTRITION EDUCATION: Nutrition education is offered to all WIC participants
or their care givers. Common topics include nutrition during pregnancy, encouragement
for breast-feeding, nutrition during childhood, and wise food shopping.
REFERRALS: An added benefit of the WIC program is screening for other health
problems and referrals to other appropriate health and social services. Referrals
may be for Medicaid, food stamps, immunizations, child health screening (EPSDT),
family planning and more.
WHO PAYS:
WIC services are free to applicants and participants
HOURS:
8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Monday through Friday at Main Office
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM 4th Wednesday each month at Capac Office
9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Every Friday at Algonac Office
PHONE NUMBER:
(810) 987-8222 or (800) 26-BIRTH
E-MAIL:
WIC Education
***This institution is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Useful Links
MDCH-WIC
USDA site
Nutrition Education site
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