Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)
WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. It is a preventive health and nutrition program that provides short-term assistance for families to promote optimal growth and development.
The Idaho WIC Program provides:
- Nutrition & Health Assessments
- Nutrition Education
- Breastfeeding Information & Support
- Referral to Community Support Services
- Recipes, Newsletters, and Educational Materials
Are you or someone you know eligible?
- Pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women
- Children younger than 5 years old
- Families that meet income guidelines
WIC Income Guidelines
Effective as of July 1, 2008
|
Gross Income per |
||
|
Family Size |
Month |
Year |
|
1 |
$1,604 |
$19,240 |
|
2 |
$2,159 |
$25,900 |
|
3 |
$2,714 |
$32,560 |
|
4 |
$3,269 |
$39,220 |
|
5 |
$3,824 |
$45,880 |
|
6 |
$4,379 |
$52,540 |
|
7 |
$4,934 |
$59,200 |
How do I apply?
Follow this link for a printable application (pdf
)
Also available in Spanish version (pdf)
Idaho WIC Authorized Food List
Effective October 1, 2006 through September 30, 2008
For more information, contact:
Erin Francfort
SDHD WIC Program Coordinator
(208) 239-5264
or
Idaho Careline at 211 or (800) 926-2588
Department of Health & Welfare - WIC Program
Includes information on breastfeeding.