Description

The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is a federally funded nutrition program for women and young children. "WIC is a wonderful supplemental food and health education program for qualifying pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women and families with young children," said Ellen Deutsche, supervisor of WIC in El Dorado County. "The program also serves young children cared for by single fathers, grandparents, foster parents, step-parents and guardians who meet program guidelines."

WIC provides nutrition education and health information, breastfeeding support, checks for healthy foods (like fruits and vegetables), and referrals to medical providers and community services. There is no charge to receive WIC services. Individuals or families may qualify for WIC services if they:

  • Are pregnant, breastfeeding a baby up to 1 year old, or had a baby in the past six months; or
  • Are the primary caretakers of a child under the age of 5; and
  • Have a low to medium income and/or receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs (TANF) or CalFresh (Food Stamps) benefits; and
  • Live in California

Newly pregnant women, migrant workers, and working families are encouraged to apply. Pregnant women may apply as soon as they know they are pregnant. To determine if they meet WIC income guidelines, individuals may visit www.wicworks.ca.gov or the California WIC Mobile Website at https://m.wic.ca.gov/

Georgetown Community Center

6329 Lower Main Street, Georgetown, CA 95634
Oct 16, 2024
9:00 AM PDT to 1:00 PM PST
Originally posted by Georgetown Divide Recreation District via Locable

Other Upcoming Instances

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
Apr 17, 2024
09:00 AM PDT
6329 Lower Main Street
Georgetown, CA 95634
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
May 15, 2024
09:00 AM PDT
6329 Lower Main Street
Georgetown, CA 95634
Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program
Jun 19, 2024
09:00 AM PDT
6329 Lower Main Street
Georgetown, CA 95634
Georgetown Divide Recreation District

Georgetown Divide Recreation District

4401 Highway 193
Greenwood, CA 95635
530 823-9090
gdrd.org

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu 9:00am- 1:00pm