

English, Arabic, Bengali, Burmese, Chinese, Farsi, French, Haitian Creole, Hindi, Italian,.WIC Participant Rights and Responsibilities.

Referrals to other programs and services.A shopping list for WIC-approved foods for your household.An eWIC card to shop for your family’s WIC foods at WIC-approved stores.You may need to get a WIC Medical Documentation Form completed by your health care provider if you or your children have special nutritional needs. If you choose not to breastfeed, your infant will be provided one of the formulas on the New York State WIC Approved Formulas list. WIC staff will determine which food packages are right for you and your children. This screening includes a finger stick blood test, height and weight, and a discussion of your health and nutrition concerns. WIC staff will conduct a short health screening for all family members applying for WIC. This information is for record keeping purposes only and does not affect your eligibility.

Documents that prove who you are, where you live, participation in assistance programs and the income of each member of your household who works.Work with your community and hospital to promote and support breastfeeding and encourage healthy lifestylesĪll information shared with WIC staff is confidential.Help you breastfeed as long as you and your baby want to breastfeed.Respect you and your decisions about feeding your children.Assist you in making the best decisions for you and your family.Share information based on science and experience, without influence from formula or other commercial companies.Provide help from experienced staff and peer counselors.You will receive nutrition counseling focused on your needs and concerns.

Need more information? Ask the local agency about the records you should bring.
