![]() ![]() Income guidelines are based on 185% of poverty level. ![]() Individuals who meet income and category guidelines will have a nutrition and health assessment during the certification process. Families that qualify for supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) or temporary assistance for needy families (TANF) automatically qualify. Income: Household income may be no more than 185% of the federal poverty income guidelines. Postpartum women up to six (6) months after delivery or end of pregnancy Women breastfeeding an infant up to the infant’s first birthday To be eligible, you must live in Missouri and meet the following guidelines: Fathers, grandparents, guardians, and foster parents may also apply for benefits for the children living in their household. The Missouri WIC program provides supplemental food, health care referrals, nutrition education, and breastfeeding promotion and support to eligible pregnant women, new mothers, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five (5). WIC helps children reach their full growth potential and WIC children enter school ready to learn and show better cognitive performance.Īnnual News Release : The New Madrid County Health Department has announced that a contract to continue to provide WIC services for federal fiscal year 2023 has been signed with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. WIC helps supply nutritious foods so that pregnant women, new moms and young children eat well, learn about nutrition and stay healthy. ![]()
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