Benton County Public Health

Community Resource

Serves: Monroe, Benton County

About this resource

WIC is a public health initiative aimed at enhancing health results and shaping lifelong nutrition and health practices for women, infants, and children. The program offers nutrition education classes, breastfeeding support, monthly allowances for additional nutritious foods, and connections to community resources.

Intake Procedure: Contact us for details and to set up an appointment.

Fees: None

Who can use this

  • To qualify for WIC, applicants must meet four requirements: -Reside in Oregon (US citizenship is not necessary) -Be pregnant, postpartum, breastfeeding, or have a child under 5 years old. Fathers, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for a qualifying child. -Have a household income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Those receiving OHP, SNAP, or TANF are automatically eligible. -Demonstrate a nutritional risk (evaluated at the appointment time)

Documents you may need

  • Proof of ID for parent/guardian and child, proof of address, and proof of income

Don't have these? Contact the organization—they may be able to help.

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