WIC
As part of National Nutrition Month, we’re having a coloring contest. Each child aged WIC participant who fills out a Plate and brings it to our office will receive a MyPlate.
*Limit one per participant.
We offer support to anyone who is eligible, including:
- Mothers
- Fathers
- Grandparents
- Foster Parents
- Step-parents
- Guardians
We’re here for You
We’re here for more families than you might think – in fact, we serve over half of all infants born in the US. To get WIC assistance, participants:
Am I eligible for WIC?
Eligibility is based on family size and income. Anyone who currently receives Medicaid, Food Stamps, or Ohio Works First (OWF) automatically meets the income eligibility criteria for WIC. Click on the link to see the current income guidelines for the Ohio WIC program.
WIC Eligibility Information
We’re here for more families than you might think – in fact, we server over half of all infants born in the US. To get WIC assistance, participants:
WIC Nutritional Benefits
Food. Education. Support. You Got This.
Participants redeem benefits using a WIC Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card at authorized retail grocery stores and pharmacies.
Through WIC, families get monthly benefits to buy healthy foods such as:
Foods with calcium for strong bones & teeth
Grains with iron for energy, and folic acid for healthy growth
Fruits & vegetables to keep your heart & weight healthy
Food with protein for strong muscles & healthy skin
Iron-fortified foods for infants who need it
Information to get you started!
WIC Breastfeeding Information & Resources
Ohio Statewide Breastfeeding Hotline: (888) 588-3423
Phone consults
24 hours a day
Text “BFHOTLINE”
to 839864
For Healthcare Providers
Contact Form – Refer Yourself!
Contact Details
Ross County WIC Office
Pickaway County WIC Office
Equal Access Statement
In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. Read the full statement and learn how to file a complaint.