Hood River County Health Department

Community Resource

Serves: Hood River, Hood River County

About this resource

WIC is a program designed to provide supplemental nutrition for women, infants, and children. It includes nutrition education classes, breastfeeding assistance, monthly benefits for nutritious foods, and connections to community resources.

Intake Procedure: Contact to obtain information and set up an appointment.

Fees: There are no fees involved.

Who can use this

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

Get in touch

Phone
+15413876882
Website
www.hoodrivercounty.gov/wic
Email
health@co.hood-river.or.us
Address
1109 June Street Hood River, OR 97031
Hood River, Oregon

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