FL DOH M-DC - WIC - WEST DADE

Description:

WIC is the nation's most successful and cost-effective public health nutrition program. We provide wholesome food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and community referrals for income-eligible women who are pregnant or postpartum, infants, and children.

WIC provides the following at no cost:
Healthy foods
Nutrition education and counseling
Breastfeeding support
Referrals to health care, immunizations, and community services


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General Information

Hours:

7:30am-5:00pm, Mon-Fri;
8:00am-2:00pm, Sat

Appointments:
7:15am-4:50pm, Mon-Fri

Lead testing Clinic Hours:
8:00am-4:00pm, 2nd and 4th Wednesday

Intake Process:

To apply for WIC in Miami-Dade County call 786-336-1300 to make an appointment at your nearest WIC office.

For breastfeeding support contact our helpline at 786-336-1336.

To apply outside Miami-Dade County call 1-800-342-3556.

WIC requires identification, residency in Florida, and an assessment of your family income.

For full details regarding WIC eligibility, please visit http://miamidade.floridahealth.gov/programs-and-services/clinical-and-nutrition-services/wic-women-children/eligibility-payment.html.

Citizenship and/or residency status is NOT a requirement for WIC eligibility

Program Fees:

Free

Languages:

English, Spanish, Creole, Others available upon request

Eligibility:

Women who are pregnant or postpartum, infants, and children up to 5 years old.

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Accessibility:

Parking is available onsite. Accessible by bus.

Is Shelter?

No

Miscellaneous

AKA:

Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, Health Department

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

July 6, 2023

Legal Status:

Public Service

Year Incorporated:

1999

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