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What is WIC?

The Oregon Women, Infants and Children's (WIC) Nutrition Program provides food and nutrition information to help keep pregnant women, infants, and children under five healthy and strong.

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WIC Works Wonders

For Women
Pregnant women in the WIC program eat healthier, have stronger babies, and receive early prenatal care. Breast-feeding women receive encouragement, support, and extra WIC benefits.

For Infants
Infants born to WIC mothers weigh more and grow and develop better.

For Children
Children on WIC eat foods with more protein, more iron and other vitamins and minerals, visit their doctors regularly and receive their shots.

Who is Eligible for WIC?

You are eligible if you:
  • Live in Oregon.
  • Are a pregnant, or a breast-feeding woman, an infant, or a child under five years of age.
  • Have a nutritional need.
  • Have financial need.

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Total Income Guidelines

Household Size Yearly Income Monthly Weekly
1 17,705 1,476 341
2 23,736 1,978 457
3 29,767 2,481 573
4 35,798 2,984 689
5 41,829 3,486 805
You are automatically income eligible for WIC if you currently receive TANF, Food Stamps or the Oregon Health Plan.

How to Apply for WIC

To make an appointment, call the Baker County WIC Program (541) 523-8212. At your appointment, a WIC nutritionist will check your diet and review your health history.

If you are eligible, you will receive nutrition information and counseling, referrals to other services and food instruments (vouchers) to buy foods like:
  • Milk
  • Cheese
  • Eggs
  • Iron-fortified cereal
  • High vitamin C juice
  • Peanut butter or dried beans
  • Infant formula
References:
USDA: Food and Nutrition Service