Lane County Public Health

Community Resource

Serves: Eugene, Lane 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 includes nutrition education classes, breastfeeding support, monthly benefits for additional nutritious foods, and connections to community resources.

Intake Process: Contact us for details and to arrange an appointment.

Cost: Free of charge.

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 the age of 5. Fathers, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for a qualifying child. -Have a household income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Families enrolled in OHP, SNAP, or TANF are automatically considered income-eligible for WIC. -Have a nutritional risk (to be evaluated during the appointment).

Documents you may need

  • Proof of ID for parent/guardian and child, proof of address, and proof of income if not currently on OHP, SNAP, TANF, or FDPIR

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

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