What are WIC benefits?
What are WIC benefits?
WIC (The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children) is a food assistance program specifically designed to support the nutritional needs of low-income, pregnant women, new mothers, and children.
Where can you find the WIC benefits application?
Online: You can visit WIC application and apply online for this program.
What do WIC benefits do?
What do WIC benefits do?
WIC provides specific nutrients that somebody may be missing from their diet. A list is provided with specific brands, sizes, and foods that somebody can purchase.
Where can you use WIC?
Where can you use WIC?
In-Store Shopping: Many grocery stores like Stop & Shop, Walmart, Shaws, and Target accept WIC benefits.
Online Shopping: Exclusively you can use WIC benefits on the Walmart website/app.
Farmers Markets and Co-ops: A lot of markets and co-ops accept WIC benefits like the WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) or through the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP).
Convenience Stores and Gas Stations: Some local convenience stores and gas stations with groceries accept WIC benefits.
Pharmacies: Places like CVS, and Walgreens accept WIC benefits.
What can you buy with WIC?
Fruits and vegetables
Dairy products (specific sizes)
Grains (16oz for whole wheat bread)
Proteins
Baby food
Specialty items
What can you NOT buy with WIC?
Alcohol
Coffee
Tea
Spices
Candy
Soda
Hot ready-to-go meals
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