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The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, known as WIC, is a nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding women and families with children younger than 5. In Nebraska, WIC helps approximately 36,000 people at over 90 clinic sites.
Learn more about WIC.
What is WIC?
- WIC is the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children
- Since 1974, WIC has safeguarded the health and nutrition of women, infants, and children as the nation's premiere "food as medicine" program. WIC's primary goal is to provide supplemental nutrition.
- WIC foods are nutrient-dense to provide the healthiest start in life for women, infants, and children
Who is served by Nebraska WIC?
- Pregnant, post-partum, and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age five
- Participants qualify for WIC based on income and nutritional risk
- All Nebraska WIC participants must live in Nebraska
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Around 36,000 served per month
What does WIC provide?
- A monthly nutritious supplemental food package
- Breastfeeding support and peer counseling
- Nutrition and health education
- Referrals to healthcare and community resources like blood-lead testing and vaccinations
- Nebraska was the first state to offer online grocery ordering to participants in partnership with Iowa WIC, Minnesota WIC, and Hy-Vee stores
How does WIC benefit Nebraska?
- Improves health outcomes for participants, leading to healthier communities
- Maintains partnerships with more than 300 retail vendors, facilitating access to nutritious foods for all
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WIC funding is distributed statewide
- Employs more than 150 staff at the state and local levels across the state