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Moms need a helping hand. Apply for Texas WIC for the
extra advice, nutrition education, support and free supplemental food packages.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Do you need a helping hand feeding your baby? Don\u2019t worry because Texas WIC is ready to help. Maybe you have heard about WIC -The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children – but aren\u2019t sure how to apply. Maybe you weren\u2019t sure if the program can help you. Find all the details to help you apply to Texas WIC below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHY TEXAS WIC?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Texas WIC<\/a> provides free nutrition support, education and food for a healthy pregnancy, breastfeeding and access to WIC foods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHO QUALIFIES?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Pregnant women, Breastfeeding Women, Women Who Have a Baby in the Past 6 months, Infants, Children up to age 5 and Foster Children up to age 5 in Texas who meet income eligibility. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT IS THE MAXIMUM INCOME ELIGIBILITY?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you are already receiving Medicaid, TANF or SNAP you may already meet the income eligibility guidelines for WIC. If you are not on these programs you may still qualify for WIC by meeting the guildes for your household. The informational chart below was provided by Texas WIC, but is subject to changes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Number of Household Members*<\/td>Gross Monthly Household Income**<\/td>Gross Yearly Household Income**<\/td><\/tr>
1<\/td>$1,968<\/td>$23,606<\/td><\/tr>
2<\/td>$2,658<\/td>$31,894<\/td><\/tr>
3<\/td>$3,349<\/td>$40,182<\/td><\/tr>
4<\/td>$4,040<\/td>$48,470<\/td><\/tr>
5<\/td>$4,730<\/td>$56,758<\/td><\/tr>
6<\/td>$5,421<\/td>$65,046<\/td><\/tr>
*A pregnant woman\u2019s household is increased by the number of infants she is expecting. For more than 6 household members, or if you have any income questions, call 1-800-942-3678<\/td>**Income can also be determined on a weekly or biweekly basis. For more information, call 1-800-942-3678.<\/td>**Income can also be determined on a weekly or biweekly basis. For more information, call 1-800-942-3678.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

HOW DO I APPLY?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to apply to Texas WIC, start an application online at TexasWIC.org or call 1-800-942-3678. You can also find a nearby clinic on TexasWIC.org<\/a> and make an appointment to visit. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

WHAT SHOULD I EXPECT AT FIRST APPOINTMENT?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Have an ID for All Family Members Applying for WIC. It Can Include ANY of the Following:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n