Malheur County Health Department
Community Resource
Serves: Ontario, Malheur 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 referrals to community resources.
Intake Process: Contact for details and to arrange an appointment.
Cost: No fees involved.
Who can use this
- To qualify for WIC, applicants must meet four requirements: -Reside in Oregon (US citizenship is not a prerequisite for WIC participation) -Be a pregnant, postpartum, or breastfeeding woman, or an infant or child under the age of 5. Fathers, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for a qualifying child. -Have a household income that is below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL). Families enrolled in OHP, SNAP, or TANF are automatically considered income-eligible for WIC. -Experience a nutritional risk (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
+15418897279
Website
www.oregon.gov/oha/PH/HEALTHYPEOPLEFAMILIES/WIC/Pages/index.aspx
Address
1108 SW 4th Street Ontario, OR 97914
Ontario, Oregon
Ontario, Oregon
Hours
Varies by location
Location
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