Columbia Health Services

Community Resource

Serves: Saint Helens, Columbia County

About this resource

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

Intake Procedure: Contact for details and to arrange an appointment.

Fees: No fees are required.

Who can use this

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

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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