WIC

WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children.  WIC helps families save money, eat well, learn about nutrition, and stay healthy.

Services

  • Health Screenings
  • Health and Nutrition Information
  • Healthy Foods
  • Help from licensed registered dieticians
  • Breastfeeding information and support
  • Referrals to health and social services

Eligibility

  • Resident of the State of Idaho
  • Are you one of the following:
    • Pregnant
    • Breastfeeding a child under one year of age
    • Just had a baby
    • Have an infant or child under the age of 5 years old
  • Meet income guidelines below (effective July 1, 2011 - June 31, 2012) :
Household
Members
Maximum Gross Household Income
  Per Month Per Year
1 $1,679 $20,147
2 $2,268 $27,214
3 $2,857 $34,281
4 $3,446 $41,348
5 $4,035 $48,415
6 $4,624 $55,482

For each additional individual, add $589/month or $7,067/year.  One pregnant woman counts as 2 household members. 

Staff

  • Registered Dietician
  • Clinical Assistant
  • Maternal Health Nurse and Lactation Consultant 

Eligibility requirements vary between programs. To find out if you qualify for a particular program, please call (208) 686-1931 or (800) 325-7371 between the hours of 8am and 6pm.