Women, Infants and Children (WIC)
WIC is a nutrition program for low-income women who are pregnant, recently had a baby, or are breastfeeding, and for children up to age five. WIC helps children when they are growing the most and can help families develop life long healthy habits.
WIC provides
- Nutritious foods
- Nutrition education
- Breastfeeding support and assistance
- Referrals to other community agencies
Eligibility
You are eligible to receive WIC services if you:
- Are a pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum woman, infant or child under 5 years old
- Have a nutritional need (determined at the first WIC appointment)
- Have a family income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level
State of Illinois WIC Program
WIC INCOME ELIGIBILITY GUIDELINES
(Effective from July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2022)
| Persons in Family or Household Size | Annual | Monthly | Twice- Monthly | Bi-Weekly | Weekly |
| 1 | $32,828 | $1,986 | $993 | $917 | $459 |
| 2 | $32,227 | $2,686 | $1,343 | $1,240 | $620 |
| 3 | $40,626 | $3,386 | $1,693 | $1,563 | $782 |
| 4 | $49,025 | $4,086 | $2,043 | $1,886 | $943 |
| 5 | $57,424 | $4,786 | $2,393 | $2,209 | $1,105 |
| 6 | $65,823 | $5,486 | $2,743 | $2,532 | $1,266 |
| 7 | $74,222 | $6,186 | $3,093 | $2,855 | $1,428 |
| 8 | $82,621 | $6,886 | $3,443 | $3,178 | $1,589 |
| Each add'l family | +$8,399 | +$700 | +$350 | +$324 | +$162 |
Frequently Asked Questions
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Contact Us
Phone: 815-748-2402
Fax: 815-748-2490
Walk-in Hours: Monday -Friday, 8:00 am – 11:00 am & 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm.