WIC (Women. Infants. Children.) is a Supplemental Food and Nutrition Program that provides education, support, referrals and healthy food to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and post-partum women; infants and children up to age five.

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The goal of WIC services is to decrease the risk of low birthweight, preterm births and infant mortality, and to improve the health of mothers, caregivers and children during critical times of growth and development. 

Who We Help

• Father to a child up to 5 years old

• Pregnant and Breastfeeding women

• Postpartum women with babies up to 6 months old

• Infants and children up to age five

• Primary Caregivers, including grandparents, or foster parents for a child up to 5 years old

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Services

• Nutrition education, online as well

• Breastfeeding support including peer counselors, education, experts and classes

• Child nutrition

• Healthy foods to supplement your diet

• Weight management and physical activity

• Vitamins and minerals

• Referrals to other services

• Remote appointment services

• The Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) provides WIC coupons for fresh fruits and vegetables that can be purchased at farmers' markets during the summer and fall. The program runs from June - November 30.

• Eligible participants receive an increased cash value benefit (CVB) from $26.00 to $78.00 per benefit month based on their category. 

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Referral Services

• Medicaid and Medicaid Prenatal Care 

• Child Health Plus

• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

• Family Planning

• Early Head Start/ Head Start

• Child Care Services 

• Oral Health Services

• Immunizations

• Substance Use Counseling and Treatment

• Blood Lead Testing and Screening

• Homeless shelters

• Child Support Enforcement Program

• Domestic Violence programs

• Child Protective Services (CPS)

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Many people are unaware that they can qualify for WIC as soon as they find out they are pregnant, so they can receive the health and nutrition benefits of WIC early in their pregnancy and beyond. WIC also has modern and flexible services such as remote appointments, eWIC, and more. Learn about eWIC shopping:

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​​​​​​​​​​​​​To Qualify for WIC, You Must:

• Live in New York State

• Meet Income eligibility or get benefits from  Medicaid, SNAP or TANF (Please check NYS Income Guidelines for income eligibility)

• Have medical proof showing that you have a health or dietary need (Proof of pregnancy, WIC medical referral form, immunization record for children)

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 You Can Still Receive WIC Even if...

• You are not a US Citizen

• You or other household members are working