LCPH’s WIC program provides nearly 800 local parents and caregivers and their kids with healthy food, nutrition education, and more, to income-eligible parents and caregivers of infants and children up to 5 years old. Please note, the benefit is for purchasing fruits and vegetables at a grocery store and cannot be used at a farmers market. The American Rescue Plan provides funding for states to increase the monthly value of fruits and vegetables up to $35 per month for up to four months (beginning Jthrough September 31, 2021)! Those already enrolled in WIC don’t need to do anything – this funding will be automatically applied to their food packages. New! Increased funding for fruits and vegetables! Additional income information (child support, unemployment, etc.).
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Driver's license (if address is unchanged).Mail that includes participant's name and physical address.Tribal ID card or tribal enrollment letter.Social services card (HMK Plus, SNAP or TANF).This is not a requirement for WIC eligibility, but we highly encourage it. Immunization Records: Please bring your child's immunization/shot records to your appointment so we can verify that vaccinations are up to date. You must meet state income guidelines, effective July 1, 2019, through June 30, 2020. You don't have to be enrolled in these or other programs to participate in WIC. Participation in WIC will NOT reduce benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) or the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program. Women with a baby less than 6 months old.Breastfeeding women (baby under 1 year old).Parents will be able to find available vaccines at or by contacting their health care provider or local pharmacy.ĬOVID-19 vaccines are currently only available to individuals of 5 years of age or older. What does the WIC Program provide Food, nutrition information and referrals to help pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women in addition to infants and. Finding a vaccine is easy and getting vaccinated is free. Parents with questions should talk to a pediatrician, school nurse, or another trusted healthcare provider about their child and the COVID-19 vaccine. Like other pediatric vaccines, the COVID-19 vaccine was thoroughly tested on children before being recommended. The best way to protect children against COVID-19 is to get them vaccinated.
The most common side-effect of the COVID vaccine, which provides lasting protection, is a sore arm. The long-term effects of a pediatric COVID case can be serious and last months. The COVID-19 vaccine is the best way to keep our children safe. We have also added some items to our food list temporarily due to shortages at stores. Leave a message with your current phone number, and be patient, as it may take longer to return your call. Please see this list of information regarding local agency and clinic operationsĪnd/or call your clinic for the most up-to-date information on clinic hours. Some clinics are closed or have limited hours, but we are still here to help you.
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