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Women, Infants and Children Nutrition Program (WIC)

About WIC

 

WIC provides:

  • Healthy foods like:
    Milk, cheese, eggs, 100% fruit juice, iron fortified cereal, peanut butter or dried beans.
    • Breastfeeding women also get tuna fish and carrots.
    • Parents of infants get breastfeeding support or iron fortified infant formula.
    • In the summer, vouchers are given for fresh fruits and vegetables from Maine farmers.
  • Nutrition Education
    Do you have questions about what your child eats? Is he growing well? Why is she such a picky eater? How can I get my child to try new foods? We can help you with good nutrition tips, recipes and more!
  • Breastfeeding Support
    Is my baby getting enough to eat? Can I breast feed when I go back to work? What is a breast pump and how do I use it? We can help you wade through the fads and the facts.
  • Referrals
    Where can I find information on day care? Does my toddler have all her shots? I sure could use some help with ….

Are you eligible? Although we do have income guidelines for our free services, you would be surprised who qualifies. A family of six can earn over $42,000 a year.

Mom, dad or foster parent, come join our WIC Family. It is easy to apply. With over 100 locations throughout Maine, we can help you find a convenient community site near your home or your work.

Contact us by

Phone: 800-437-9300 or 207-287-3991
TTY: 1-800-438-5514
Mailing address: 11 State House Station, Augusta, ME 04333
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