Who can apply for WIC?
• Pregnant women • Breastfeeding women who have had a baby in the last 12 months • Women who have had a baby in the last 6 months • Infants • Children up to 5 years In addition, everyone must meet the WIC income guidelines which change each year on April 1. WIC Income and Application Guidelines are straightforward. To sign up for WIC services you must visit the WIC Office in the Health Department nearest you. Call and make an appointment at your local health department. The phone numbers for Watauga, Ashe and Alleghany Health Departments are on the bottom of each page, and on the home page. • Be a NC resident • Bring identification to your appointment • Bring proof of residency • Provide proof of income • A current Medicaid Card will cover all of the above requirements If you are on Medicaid, you are eligible for WIC Although we can determine your income eligibility ahead of time, we cannot determine your health needs until we complete our assessment by checking the things below. You m
