DC WIC: HOW TO APPLY
Who is WIC for?

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  • Infants

  • Children up to age 5

  • Pregnant women

  • Breastfeeding women, until the infant's first birthday

  • Women whose pregnancy ended less than 6 months ago

  • DC residents

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  Take our prescreening test to see if you qualify for WIC!

 

 
What Does WIC Offer?

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  • Nutrition counseling and education

  • Breastfeeding resources and support

  • Healthy foods that are full of calcium, protein, iron,
    and Vitamins A, D, and C

  • Immunization assessment and screening

  • Referrals to health and social service provider

  • For women and children over 1-year-old, WIC also provides fresh fruits and vegetables (May – November) through the Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program

 
*All Services are FREE OF COST

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How Do I Apply for WIC?

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What Should I Bring to My Appointment?

  • Proof of DC residency

  • Proof of income

  • Proof of identity (i.e. picture ID, driver's license

  • Baby or child & his/her birth certificate or hospital discharge papers

Watch and Learn More About DC WIC!
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