WIC – Women, Infants & Children

WIC is a federally funded program administered by the Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) through the OKC-County Health Department that provides nutrition education and supplemental foods for those who qualify.

To apply for WIC in Oklahoma,CLICK HERE.

What is WIC?

WIC is a short for Women-Infant-Children. It is a program that serves low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk. WIC provides participants with nutritious foods to supplement participant diets, nutrition education, and referrals to health and other social services. Foods provided by the program supply calcium, protein, iron, fiber, and vitamins A, D, and C.

WIC assists people who are at nutritional risk in achieving a positive change in food habits, resulting in improved status and in the prevention of nutrition related problems through optimal use of the supplemental foods and other nutritious foods provided.

WIC celebrated its 50th anniversary in 2024. More than 6 million particpants receive WIC benefits each year! 

FRequently asked questions

THE BENEFITS OF WIC
  • WIC reduces fetal deaths and infant mortality.
  • WIC reduces low birthweight rates and increases the duration of pregnancy.
  • WIC improves the growth of nutritionally at-risk infants and children.
  • WIC decreases the incidence of iron deficiency anemia in children.
  • WIC improves the dietary intake of pregnant and postpartum women and improves weight gain in pregnant women.
  • Pregnant women participating in WIC receive prenatal care earlier.
  • Children enrolled in WIC are more likely to have a regular source of medical care and have more up to date immunizations.
  • WIC helps get children ready to start school: children who receive WIC benefits demonstrate improved intellectual development.
  • WIC significantly improves children’s diets.

Reference: WIC: How WIC Helps. United States Department of Agriculture. 2024.

WHAT DOES WIC PROVIDE?
  • Quality nutrition and breastfeeding education and counseling
  • Nutritious foods to improve diet and health
  • Breast pumps to mothers who qualify
  • Referrals to health and social services

WHO IS ELIGIBLE TO RECEIVE WIC BENEFITS?
    • Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have recently given birth
    • Infants
    • Children up to the age of five
    • Women who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have recently given birth
    • Infants
    • Children up to the age of five

     

    Only a parent, guardian, or proxy (e.g., foster parent) may apply for WIC services on behalf of a minor.

     

    DO I QUALIFY FOR WIC?
    • You must live in the state of Oklahoma
    • You must have a family income within program limits (if you receive income from a job or are a foster parent, you may still qualify)
    • You will need to provide proof of identification, income, and address when you come in for your WIC appointment
    • You may be eligible for WIC if you receive Medicaid, SoonerCare, or SNAP benefits

     

    DO I NEED AN APPOINTMENT?

    No appointment is needed for WIC services. However, you can call our main line at 405-425-4384 and choose the clinic closest to you to be connected with a WIC representative for more information and to check if you qualify.
    If you have made an appointment and are sick, please reschedule for a time you are feeling better and fever-free for 24 hours.

     

    LOCATIONS AND DAYS OF OPERATION

    NORTH

    2600 NE 63rd Street,
    Oklahoma City, OK 73111
    Located inside of the North Campus building.
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 2
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

    SOUTH

    6728 S Hudson Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK 73139
    Located inside of the South Campus building.
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 4
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

    WIC – Memorial

    Temporarily Closed

    36 W Memorial Road,
    Oklahoma City, OK 73114.
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 6
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

    WIC – WEST

    1501 N Meridian Ave,
    Oklahoma City, OK 73107
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 5
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

     

    WIC – SHEPHERD CENTER

    2401 NW 23rd Street,
    Suite 2G 
    Oklahoma City, OK 73127
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 1
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

    WIC – EAST

    1701 S. Air Depot Blvd,
    Midwest City, OK 73110
    Phone: 405-425-4384, press option 3
    Hours: Monday – Friday 8:00 -4:30pm
    Closed Wednesdays from 8:00-10:00am

    “WIC saves lives and improves the health of nutritionally at-risk women, infants and children. The results of studies conducted by FNS and other non-government entities prove that WIC is one of the nation’s most successful and cost-effective nutrition intervention programs.”

    –WIC: How WIC Helps. United States Department of Agriculture. 2024

    RESOURCES

    WIC Breastfeeding Promotion and Support