WIC Eligibility

You are eligible if you meet the following criteria:

• Live in Washington State.
• Are pregnant, a new mother, or a child under five years of age.
• Meet the income guidelines below.
• Have a medical or nutritional need.

The income guidelines for WIC (effective April 1, 2009–March 31, 2010)

*A household is defined as a group of related or non-related individuals, who usually, although not necessarily, are living together and share income.

**Gross income is income before taxes and deductions.

• If you receive Basic Food Program benefits, Medical Assistance, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations (FDPIR) you are income eligible for WIC.

• Foster children under age five and foster teens who are pregnant are income eligible for WIC.

• A woman who is pregnant is counted as a family of two. If she is having twins, she is counted as a family of three.

Learn how to apply for WIC

Read about WIC participants' rights and responsibilities

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call 800-795-3272 (voice) or 202-720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

Washington WIC does not discriminate.

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Olympia, Washington, 98504-7886

Last Update:  10/02/2009 12:31 PM
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