WIC Program offers food and nutrition services for pregnant women and children five years old and under. It’s easy to apply and WIC makes it easy by giving 3 months of food vouchers. You only have to go to the WIC office every 3 months.

WIC Program helps you…

• Purchase healthier foods - You can get EBT (food benefits) and WIC at the same time.  Most people who are eligible for EBT are also eligible for WIC
• Stretch your food budget – WIC can help you buy foods that are very important for growing children and pregnant women. 
• Get nutrition guidance – learn what and how much to feed your children to give them the best start in life
• Breastfeed your baby – specially trained Lactation Counselors help  you succeed at breastfeeding (with help, supplies and caring support)
• Connect to community resources that will help you and your family

You may qualify if you…

• Are pregnant
• Have recently had a baby
• Breastfeeding
• Have a child under the age of 5
• Are eligible for Medicaid and/or Food Assistance (EBT) you may also be eligible for WIC food vouchers.  Here’s a simple income guide: 

To find out where to go, who to call and what you should bring with you to your WIC appointment, go to www.buncombecounty.org/WIC.