WIC

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Women, Infants & Children (WIC)

WIC is a special supplemental nutrition program sponsored by the federal government for women, infants, and children. The program provides free food, health care referrals, and nutrition education to improve the health status of the participant and child.

WIC is funded and administered at the national level by the U.S. Department of Agriculture. At the state level, the program is operated by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. The Knox County Health Department administers the program at the local level.

Who Is Invited To Participate?

WIC serves women who are low-income, pregnant, breastfeeding, or have had a baby less than 6 months ago, and infants and children up to 5 years of age who are at nutritional risk.

Full NDS: In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at +8008778339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD-3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/docume nts/ad-3027.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling +8666329992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by: 1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or 2. fax: +8332561665 or +2026907442; or 3. email: Program.Intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Disclaimer & Non-Discrimination Statement

Requirements for participation in the WIC program are the same for everyone regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or handicap.

What Are The Income Guidelines?

Income guidelines are based on GROSS INCOME and are available at the agency office, or you can call for details.

Missouri WIC Income Guidelines

Income Is:

Wages, Salary, Tips, and Fees. Commissions
Net Farm or Rental income or loss (after business expenses)
Net self-employed income or loss (examples: business, child care, Avon, etc.)
Total Military pay LESS cash housing allowance (BAQ)
Child Support and/or Alimony received
TANF, Social Security, SSI & other cash Public Assistant payments
Unemployment, Workman’s Compensation, Strike benefits
Pension, Retirement, Veterans payments
Interest, Dividends
Prizes and other cash income
Cash is withdrawn from Savings, Trust, etc.
Regular contributions from anyone – living in the home or not
Student Financial Aid: fewer tuition fees, books, and transportation

To make an appointment, call the Knox County Health Department at (660) 397-3396 from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.

How To Apply For WIC

Have Ready When You Call:

Your income information
If you are moving from another state, provide transfer information.
If you are relocating within the state of Missouri, bring your WIC folder

What Should You Expect?

Certification appointments are on the 1st Tuesday and Wednesday of every month by appointment only. They take about one to one and a half hours.
To qualify for WIC, there are three sets of guidelines that must be met:
1. Women, Infant, Child status
2. Income Level
3. Medical risks or nutritional needs
Clerks will verify income, Missouri residency, and women, infant, child status.
A Nurse and Nutritionist assign medical or nutritional risk based on weight, height, diet history, and provide counseling. They will also offer referrals to other organizations and services as needed.
If certified as eligible, you will have when you leave:
1. WIC debit card to take to the store for nutritious foods
2. An appointment for the following month

Where Is WIC In Knox County?

WIC services are provided in Knox County at our office located at 102 W. Monticello St. Edina, MO 63537

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The exact amount of food depends on the child’s age and whether or not the mother is breastfeeding.

WIC debit card is given for a variety of nutritional foods. The list includes milk, cheese, fresh or frozen fruits, and vegetables, cereal, infant formula, infant fruits and vegetables, infant meats, 100% juice, peanut butter, dried beans or peas or canned beans/legumes, whole wheat bread, whole wheat and soft corn tortillas, and brown beans.

The WIC program encourages women to breastfeed their infants. Mothers who breastfeed fully receive a larger quantity of foods. They also receive a wider variety. This list includes more milk, cheese, eggs, fruits and vegetables, and both peanut butter and beans as well as canned fish (tuna, salmon, or sardines). At 6 months, infants receive cereal and infant fruits and vegetables. When a mother chooses to fully breastfeed, her infant will receive an increased quantity of infant fruits and vegetables and infant meats. When infants require special formula due to a medical condition, they may be provided with a prescription from a doctor.

WIC Approved Food List

Additional WIC Resources

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