Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

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The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program was first established at the Health Center in 1974, making it Connecticut’s first community health center to operate a WIC program.

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Do you care for a child who is under five? Then WIC may be right for you! WIC provides supplemental foods, health care referrals, nutrition education and breastfeeding support to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and non-breastfeeding women, infants and children up to age 5.

Who Is Eligible?

Pregnant women (through pregnancy and up to 6 weeks after delivery)

Infants and children up to their 5th birthday

Breastfeeding women (up to infant's 1st birthday)

Non-breastfeeding postpartum women (up to 6 months postpartum)

What Are the Eligibility Requirements?

Must live in CT but you do not need to be a U.S. citizen

Must meet income eligibility guidelines 

If you have Husky A/C/D, Husky B Prenatal, SNAP or TFA, you will automatically qualify for the WIC program

Complete a nutrition assessment with WIC staff

Household income at or below 185% of federal poverty limit

The Benefits of the Program

Individual time to speak with a nutritionist or trained professional about you and/or your child’s diet

Breastfeeding support and information

Opportunity to meet and talk with other moms with young children

Referrals to health care and other social service programs

An eWIC card to buy healthy food for you and your children

Our Locations That Offer WIC Services

Call Our Office to Apply

Looking to apply for this program? Give our office a call at (203) 503-3000, and leave a clear message with your name, phone number, and a brief message. You may also apply directly on the DPH website. If you are looking for more information about this program, take a look at the State's WIC page. We look forward to speaking to you about this opportunity!

Official WIC Hours

Mon-Fri: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

4th Saturday of Every Month: 8:30 am - 12:30 pm

USDA Non-Discrimination Statement


In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. 

 

Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339.

 

To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online HERE, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

 

 

Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights

1400 Independence Avenue, SW

Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or


Fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442; or


Email:  program.intake@usda.gov

 

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Frequently Asked Questions

We are part of your community and are ready to help you! See below some of the frequently asked questions we get. If you can not find the answer to you question here, please call us at 203-503-3000.

  • Who can visit us?

    Anyone and everyone. No matter who you are, you can seek help for your healthcare needs with us.

  • How do I make an appointment?

    Call the main number 203-503-3000 or visit one of our locations.

  • Is Cornell Scott-Hill Health Center a free clinic?

    No, we are not a free clinic. We provide healthcare services for a fee. However, because we are a Federally Qualified Health Center, we are able to offer reduced rates to people without insurance as long as they qualify based on income and family size.

  • How much do your services cost?

    Costs will vary based on your specific situation. We accept all insurance including Medicare, Medicaid (Title 19), HUSKY, Charter Oak, and most commercial insurance plans. For anyone without health insurance, we offer services on a sliding-fee scale, which means you pay only what you can. We also can provide assistance with access to State support and services.

  • How can I give feedback about my experience here?

    You may fill out a comment card located in the reception area or right on this website each service can be rated.

  • How can I obtain my medical records?

    Release of information requests are processed by Ramona Fain and Francheska Cantey. Francheska handles all patients that falls between A-M and Ramona N-Z. Ramona can be reached at 203-503-3140 and Francheska at 203-503-3236.

  • How can I know if the center is delayed or closed due to severe weather?

    Our 24/7 facility SCRC will remain open during severe weather. To find out if there are delays or closings at any of our other sites go to:


    Channel 3: WFSB Early Warning Network - www.wfsb.com


    Visit our site at: www.cornellscott.org