
Do you qualify for WIC?
WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for Women, Infants and Children up to age 5. It provides nutritious supplemental foods, breastfeeding support, as well as nutrition education and referral to health care services at no cost to eligible families.
This program is available to:
- Pregnant women.
- Breastfeeding women for up to 12 months after delivery.
- Non-nursing, postpartum women up to 6 months after delivery.
- Infants from birth to one year.
- Children who are 1 to 5 years old.
To be eligible:
- Must live in Idaho.
- Meet income guidelines of a gross household income of 185% of the Office of Management & Budget (OMB) poverty level. See income Eligibility Guidelines below.
INCOME GUIDELINES
WIC eligibility is determined by the number of members and the total income in a household.
Effective from July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
Maximum Gross Household Income | ||
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Number of Household Members | PER MONTH | PER YEAR |
1 | $2,248 | $26,973 |
2 | $3,041 | $36,482 |
3 | $3,833 | $45,991 |
4 | $4,625 | $55,500 |
5 | $5,418 | $65,009 |
One pregnant woman counts as two household members.
More than 5 household members, please call the local WIC program – 208-327-7400
Non-Discrimination Statement
USDA is an equal opportunity provider. USDA es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.
RESOURCES
IDHW – WIC Information
Live Better Idaho – Connecting you to services to help you live better
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Central District Health offers WIC appointments in several locations. In the Treasure Valley, appointments are available in Boise, Kuna, Garden City, and Meridian. Appointments are also available in Boise, Elmore, and Valley counties.
CONTACT
If you have questions about WIC, please fill out the form or call us.
CDH WIC
208-327-7400
Ada & Boise Counties 208-327-7400
Elmore County 208-587-4409
Valley County 208-634-7194
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