Florida WIC clients use a WIC EBT card to purchase approved foods at authorized stores. Before shopping, check your balance online or 866-629-1095.
The Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program is a federally-funded supplemental nutrition program. WIC supports Florida Families by providing the following at no cost:
- Healthy foods
- Breastfeeding support
- Nutrition education
- Referrals to other services
Families are screened for nutritional risk and income eligibility. Licensed nutritionists and nutrition educators determine eligibility and provide nutrition assessment, counseling, and education to assist families in making healthier nutrition, physical activity, and lifestyle choices.
HOW WIC Works
Read Florida’s WIC program guide, available in English, Spanish, and Kreyòl.
If you suspect someone is misusing or abusing WIC program benefits, please call Toll-Free at 1-855-283-5135.
Appointments
The Florida Department of Health in Leon County WIC will be at the Apalachicola Clinic the first four Thursdays of each month, and at the Carrabelle Clinic the 3rd Tuesday of each month.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call 800-342-3556.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
- Bring ALL family members applying for WIC including all infants and children under 5 years of age.
- Bring proof of ALL income (before taxes and deductions) received by ALL persons living in your household, such as:
- Paycheck Stubs for the last month
- Child Support Income Document.
- Unemployment or Worker’s Compensation Document
- Military Leave and Earnings Statement.
- Income Tax Documents (can only accept these during the months of January and February for current tax reporting period).
- If you receive Medicaid, Food Stamps or TANF, bring your current Notice of Case Action.
What proof of identification should I bring?
- Valid Driver’s License
- Current Military ID
- Birth Certificate
- Hospital Records or Crib Card for new babies
- Social Security Card
- Immunization Record
- Passport
What proof of residency should I bring?
- Utility bill – electric or phone
- Housing or Rental Agreement
- Bank/Insurance Statement