Howard County Public Health Department
600 West Davis St
Fayette, Missouri 65248
660-248-3100
Fax 660-248-3275
1-660-248-3100
Welcome to WIC!
You are doing the best you can to help you and your children eat well and stay healthy. WIC staff are here to help you and answer any questions that you may have.
WIC NUTRITIONIST
WIC BREASTFEEDING PEER COUNSELOR
FAQ
What is WIC?
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WIC is a supplemental nutrition program that provides services to pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and young children up to their fifth birthday to help them eat well and stay healthy. The program is based on nutritional risk and income eligibility. Participants receive health screenings, risk assessment, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care. Supplemental food is provided at no cost to participants.
Who is WIC for?
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Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or whose pregnancy recently ended.
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Infants and children under 5 years old.
What do I need to do to qualify for WIC?
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You must meet the WIC income quidelines and have a nutritional risk. The income guidelines are shown below, or contact us at 660-248-3100.
How can I make a WIC appointment?
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Call your local WIC provider at 660-248-3100 or visit our office at 600 W Davis St, in Fayette, MO.
MISSOURI WIC INCOME GUIDELINES
April 1, 2023
Family Size Annual Monthly Weekly
1 26,973 2,248 519
2 36,482 3,041 702
3 45,991 3,833 885
4 55,500 4,625 1,068
5 65,009 5,418 1,251
6 74,518 6,210 1,434
7 84,027 7,003 1,616
8 93,536 7,795 1,799
9 103,045 8,588 1,982
10 112,554 9,380 2,165