What benefits do WIC participants receive?
Pregnant and postpartum women and children (under 5 years of age) participating in WIC receive food benefits for milk, cheese, eggs, cereals, peanut butter, dry beans/peas or canned beans/peas, and fruit or vegetable juices, fresh fruits and vegetables and whole grain choices to include breads, tortillas, brown rice …
Is WIC the same as Snap?
WIC provides specific amounts and types of WIC approved foods based on your category (pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum woman, infant or child) and nutritional needs. SNAP provides a monthly dollar amount to be used to buy food for you or your family.
Is WIC for low-income?
The WIC program aims to safeguard the health of low-income women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, information on healthy eating, and referrals to health care.
Does WIC check income?
Income Requirement To be eligible for WIC, applicants must have income at or below an income level or standard set by the state agency or be determined automatically income-eligible based on participation in certain programs.
Are there WIC programs in the San Fernando Valley?
WIC Program Today! Call now to speak with a representative! Serving the San Fernando and Santa Clarita Valleys. WIC is a nutrition program for Women, Infants, and Children. How can joining WIC help you?
Who is eligible for Northeast Valley health WIC?
Newly pregnant women, migrant workers, and working families are encouraged to apply. Fathers, foster parents, and other caregivers of children under age 5 can join WIC too! Enroll early! Just call or fill out the form at the bottom of this page, and a WIC representative will happily walk you through the process.
Can a father of a 5 year old join WIC?
Fathers, foster parents, and other caregivers of children under age 5 can join WIC too! Enroll early! Just call or fill out the form at the bottom of this page, and a WIC representative will happily walk you through the process. “This institution is an equal opportunity provider.”