WIC

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children – better known as the WIC Program. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and community services. WIC serves pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to the age of 5 who are at nutrition risk. All caretakers of young children and working families are welcome at WIC!

WIC is funded by the United State Department of Agriculture and income guidelines are based on a family income of less than 185% of the U.S. Poverty Income Guidelines or families receiving assistance from another qualifying program. All WIC applicants have a health and nutrition assessment as required by program guidelines.

The Caswell County WIC Program is here to serve you! Our Offices are located inside the Caswell County Health Department.

• Address: 189 County Park Road Yanceyville, NC 27379
• Call (336) 694-7141
• Fax (336) 694-7030

WIC Services and Appointments continue to be provided by phone or in person. Our office hours are Monday-Friday 8 a.m. -5 p.m.

We are closed for lunch from 12:30 p.m.- 1:30 p.m.

Flexible WIC Appointment Options  

At Caswell County WIC Program, we understand that everyone’s schedule and needs are different. That’s why we are pleased to offer more flexibility for your WIC appointments. Now you can choose to have your appointment in our clinic or remotely.

How to Schedule Your WIC Appointment

Step 1: Decide what type of appointment you prefer.

• In-Clinic Appointment: Personal face to face interaction with our staff at our clinic.
• Remote Appointment: Download required documents needed for your appointment and attend your appointment via telephone or video conference from the comfort of your home.

Step 2: Schedule Your Appointment

• By Phone: Call our office to schedule an appointment with one of our friendly WIC staff members.
• By Text: Text our office at (888) 707-0649.

Step 3: Prepare for your Appointment

• For In-Clinic Appointments: The Applicant or participant should attend the appointment to have measurements and bloodwork taken. Bring proof of identity for parent/caretaker and infant or child, proof of residency for family, and proof of household income for the family for Certification Appointments.
• For Remote Appointments: Download the MyNCWIC Portal to securely download and upload necessary documents for your appointment.

Resources to Guide WIC Participants Through Setting Up MyNCWIC Portal and Downloading Documents

• ALL About WIC / All About WIC Spanish
• Step By Step Guide to MyNCWIC Portal / Step by Step Guide to MyNCWIC Portal – Spanish
• Simplify Your WIC Experience: Go Remote! / Simplify Your WIC Experience: Go Remote! Spanish

Your WIC Account

To check your benefit balance, purchase history, and account information:

• WIC ebtEDGE App Resources:
  • Flyer: English / Spanish
  • Set Up Steps:  English / Spanish
• eWIC Card: English / Spanish

• eWIC Tips Card: English / Spanish
• eWIC Customer Service: call 1-844-230-0813
• Cardholder Portal Frequently Asked Questions 

To find a WIC Grocer or Free-Standing Pharmacy:

Search WIC Authorized Stores by entering the zip code for the grocery stores or free-standing pharmacies in your area that accept WIC.

WIC Shopping Guide:

• English
• Spanish
• Additions to WIC Approved Food List

You can use your card wherever North Carolina eWIC is accepted.

WIC Qualifying Information

To qualify for the North Carolina WIC Program:

1. Categorical Eligibility:

• Pregnant Women: Are eligible during pregnancy and up to 6 weeks postpartum or the end of the pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding Women: Are eligible up to the infant’s first birthday as long as they are breastfeeding.
• Postpartum Women: Non-breastfeeding postpartum women are eligible up to six months after the birth of an infant or after the pregnancy ends.
• Infants: Are eligible up to their first birthday.
• Children: Are eligible up to their fifth birthday.

2. Residency:

• Applicants must live in the state of North Carolina. There is no residency requirement in terms of the length of time the applicant has lived in the state.

3. Income eligibility:

• Automatic eligibility for income guidelines is granted if the applicant participates in other specific assistance programs such as Medicaid, Food Stamps (SNAP Benefits), or Work First.
• Applicants must meet the gross household income eligibility guidelines, which are set at or below 185% of the federal poverty level.

4. Nutrition Assessment:

• Applicants must meet with a nutritionist for an assessment and consultation to discuss their nutritional needs and how WIC can assist them.

5. Required Documentation:

• Proof of identity (such as a driver’s license or birth certificate)
• Proof of residence (such as a driver’s license or a utility bill)
• Proof of income (such as pay stubs or a tax return) If the applicant receives benefits like Medicaid, SNAP, or Work First, then proof of participation in these programs can be used as proof of income eligibility.

Qualifying Resources

• Check the WIC Prescreening Tool to see if you might be eligible for WIC benefits.
• Income Guidelines:
  • Federal Poverty Income Guidelines Effective June 3, 2024
  • WIC Income Eligibility Guidelines FY24-25

WIC Forms

• WIC Referral Form
• WIC Medical Documentation Form (DHHS 3835)
• WIC Program Exchange of Information Form

Breastfeeding Promotion, Resources, and Support

Breastfeeding is one of the best things that a new mom can do for her baby, which is why breastfeeding support is such a high priority of the WIC program. All staff on the Caswell County WIC team is dedicated to supporting breastfeeding, both before and after the baby arrives. 

Every mom that decides to breastfeed her baby is giving her baby a head start on fighting infections and helping protect the baby from illnesses. Support during the breastfeeding journey lets families know that WIC is there to help in every step of the way, no matter what level of support is needed. 

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BFPC) Program

North Carolina receives special funding from the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) to build and sustain Breastfeeding Peer Counselor (BFPC) Programs in the Local Health Department. The funding for the Program is allocated through the Unites State Department of Agriculture, Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for WIC. The purpose of the BFPC Program is to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration among women enrolled in the WIC Program through mother-to-mother peer breastfeeding support.

Who is a WIC Peer Counselor?

WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselors are moms just like you. Plus, they have breastfed their babies. They live and work in your community. Peer counselors offer support to pregnant and breastfeeding moms.

What does a WIC Peer Counselor Do?

• Gives basic breastfeeding information.
• Contacts moms during pregnancy and the early days of breastfeeding.
• Follow up with moms until they wean their baby.
• Refers moms to healthcare providers.

For More Information, please contact our WIC Breastfeeding Peer Counselor at (336) 694-7141

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