| OUNCES | 4 oz. Jar or 2 oz. two-pack |
4 oz. two-pack |
|---|---|---|
| 128 | 32 | 16 |
| 96 | 24 | 12 |
| 64 | 16 | 8 |
| 32 | 8 | 4 |
Program Booklet
WIC Provides Good Food and a Whole Lot More
WIC is a nutrition program that provides nutrition and health education, breastfeeding support, healthy food, and referrals to other services free of charge to Indiana families who qualify. WIC stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children.
WIC offers families:
- Breastfeeding education and support
- eWIC card to buy healthy foods
- Health and social service referrals
- Immunization screening and referrals
- Tips for eating well to improve health
WIC nutrition staff meet with each WIC client to:
- Review nutrition and health behaviors
- Provide individual nutrition advice
- Support families making changes for better health
- Offer a selection of healthy foods
What To Bring To Your WIC Appointment
Each adult, infant, or child applying for WIC
A parent, guardian, or caretaker of an infant or child who is applying for WIC
Proof of Identity for yourself and each person who is applying for WIC
For Example:
- Driver's license with current address
- Hospital record
- Photo ID
- Immunization record
- Marriage license
- Birth certificate
Proof of Address
For Example:
- Bill or business letter addressed to you
- Rent receipt
- Current driver’s license
Proof of Income – Income documents for everyone in your household who works or has a source of income
For Example:
- Paycheck stub(s) for the past 30 days; if paid biweekly, bring 2 pay stubs; or, if paid weekly, bring 4 pay stubs
- Award letter for alimony, child support, Social Security (including SSI)
- Unemployment or worker’s compensation statement
You may automatically be income eligible if you or certain family members participate in Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), or SNAP.
Proof of eligibility is needed:
- Medicaid card for Medicaid
- Award letter for TANF or SNAP
Immunization Record(s) for all infants and children up to age 2 years who are applying for WIC
Download The INWIC App Today
- Check benefit balance
-
Scan UPC codes while shopping to see if the item is
WIC approved - Get alerts for appointment reminders and expiring benefits
- Find WIC approved stores and foods
- Complete nutrition education lessons
Search “INWIC” or “Indiana WIC”
Questions about the App?
Ask your WIC clinic associate!
Online Nutrition Education
A WIC staff member will let you know if you can complete your next WIC appointment online. There are two options for online nutrition education: complete a lesson on the INWIC App or wichealth.org!
How To Get Started:
Login to the INWIC App or wichealth.org. (First time users will need to create an account.)
Choose and complete a lesson. Complete the questions at the end of the lesson.
A WIC staff member will remotely load benefits to your card.
Keep your next scheduled
in-person appointment in
the clinic.
Infant Food
Infant Fruits and Vegetables
Size: 4 oz. jar, 4 oz. tub - 2 pack or 2 oz. tub - 2 pack
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Allowed:
- Includes single ingredient or combination of fruits and/or vegetables (e.g. apple-bananas, sweet potato-apple)
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Happy Baby Organics
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Meijer
-
Parent’s Choice
-
Pic Select Fresh
-
Tippy Toes
-
Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., vegetables, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Meats
Size: 2.5 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Meat only, may include broth or gravy
- Available types: turkey, beef, chicken, or ham
- Organic
Brands:
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Beech-Nut
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
-
Meijer
-
Tippy Toes
-
Not included:
- Pouches
- Mixtures with cereal, casseroles, desserts, dinners, or food combinations (e.g., meat-vegetable, rice, pasta, yogurt, or noodles)
- Added sugar, starch, salt, or DHA
Infant Cereal
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz. container
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Allowed:
- Any grain or multigrain
- Organic
Brands:
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Baby Basics
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Beech-Nut
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Danalac
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Earth's Best Organic
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Gerber
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Meijer
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Parent’s Choice
-
Tippy Toes
-
Not included:
- Canned
- Variety packs
- Added formula, fruit, quinoa, or DHA
Infant Formula
-
Allowed:
- Brand, type, and size specified on benefits balance. No substitutions.
Dairy
Fluid Milk
Least expensive brand. Product type and size listed on benefits balance.
-
Allowed:
- Whole or Vitamin D
- Reduced-fat (2%)
- Low-fat (½ or 1%) or fat-free (skim)
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Flavored
- Imitation
- Buttermilk
- Milnot
- Vitamite
- Glass bottles
Two one-quart cartons may be substituted for ½ gallon if ½ gallons are not available.
Specialty Milk
As listed on benefits balance.
- Allowed:
Evaporated
Size: 12 oz.
Lactose-Free
Size: Quart, ½ gallon, or ¾ gallon
Powder
Size: All Sizes
Ultra-High Temperature (UHT)
Two one-quart cartons may be substituted for ½ gallon if ½ gallons are not available.
Soy Milk
Size: ½ gallon containers
-
Allowed:
- Plain or original soy milk
Brands:
-
8th Continent
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Great Value
-
Silk
-
Not included:
- Flavored
- Glass bottles
Yogurt
Size: 1 Quart (32 oz.) tub
Multipacks = 2, 4 oz. 4 pack cups = 32 oz.; 1, 4 oz. 8 pack cups = 32 oz.;
2, 2 oz. 8 pack tubes = 32 oz.; 1, 2 oz. 16 pack tubes = 32 oz.
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Allowed:
- Any flavor
- Fat free, low fat, whole fat, or Greek yogurt
Brands:
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
- Light
- Mix-ins
- Individually sold cups
- More than 40 grams of sugar per cup
Cheese
Size: 8 oz. or 16 oz.
-
Allowed:
- U.S. made, prepackaged
- Whole fat, low fat, or fat free
- Sliced, shredded, cubed, crumbled, block, string (up to 16 oz.), or queso oaxaca
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Any of the following flavors or combinations:
- American - pasteurized processed
- Cheddar
- Colby
- Colby–Jack
- Monterey Jack
- Mozzarella
- Muenster
- Provolone
- Queso
- Swiss
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Cheese from deli area
- Cheese food
- Cheese product
- Substitute or spread
- Imitation or individually wrapped cheese slices
- Spiced, flavored, or imported
Fruits and Vegetables
Dried Fruit
Organic or Non-Organic
Generic PLU 4469. Dollar amount specified on shopping list.
Frozen
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Allowed:
- Fruit without added sweeteners
- Non-potato vegetables
-
Not included:
- Any type of frozen potato
- Products with added sweetener, oils, fats, herbs or spices
- Creams, sauces, or breading
Fresh
-
Allowed:
- Whole or cut
- Plain bagged salad
-
Not included:
- Pickled vegetables
- Olives
- Herbs or spices
- Nuts
- Salad bar items
- Edible blossoms
- Ornamental or decorative pumpkins
- Party trays with dip, dressing, or croutons
Canned
-
Allowed:
- Any brand
- Fruits in 100% fruit juice or water
- Regular, low sodium, or no salt added vegetables
-
Not included:
- Fruit and vegetables with added sugar, syrups, sweeteners, seasonings, flavoring, fats, oils, herbs or spices
- Cream/cheese/butter sauce
- Pickled vegetables
- Tomato sauces, soups, or salsas
- Mixtures with meat or legumes
Remember
Fruit and Vegetable Cash Value Benefits are redeemable up to the amount stated on the benefits balance.
Tips to help you receive the maximum value for your Fruit and Vegetable Cash Value Benefit:
- Consider purchasing fixed price items.
- Buy items that have not been pre-cut (sliced melon costs more than a whole one you slice and peel at home).
- Use coupons to lower the price of items and shop sales.
- Purchase “in season” for the lowest produce prices.
Juice
Frozen Juice Concentrate
Size is specified on benefits balance.
For women only.
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Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable
46 - 48 oz. only. Any container.
Frozen or Shelf Stable Concentrate
11.5 – 12 oz. juice concentrate must make 48 oz. or
more when mixed per manufacturer’s directions.
Brands:
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Juice - 64 oz.
For children only.
-
Allowed:
- 100% Juice (fruit or vegetable)
- At least 72 mg or 120% Vitamin C
- Any flavor or blend
Shelf Stable or Refrigerated
64 oz. only. Any container.
Brands:
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
Whole Grains
Bread and Buns
Size: Loaves 16 oz. only. Buns 12 to 16 oz. packages.
-
Allowed:
- Whole wheat or whole grain
Brands:
-
Aunt Millie’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Goodness Whole Grain White
-
Best Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Bimbo
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Bunny
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Butternut
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Family Choice
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Kroger
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Lewis Bake Shop
- Healthy Life Sugar Free 100% Whole Wheat
- Healthy Life 100% Whole Wheat
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Meijer
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Nature’s Own
- 100% Whole Grain Sugar Free
- 100% Whole Wheat with Honey
-
Our Family
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Pepperidge Farms
- 100% Whole Wheat Hamburger Buns
- Light Style Soft Wheat
- Light Style 100% Whole Wheat
- Very Thin 100% Whole Wheat
- Whole Grain Rye
-
Roman Meal
- Sungrain 100% Whole Wheat
-
Sara Lee
- Classic 100% Whole Wheat
-
Schnuck’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Shoppers Value
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Signature Select
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Stern’s
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Village Hearth
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Wonder
- 100% Whole Wheat
-
Not included:
- Rolls
- Bagels
- Bakery items
- Organic
Oats
Size: 16 – 18 oz. only
-
Allowed:
- Any brand
- Quick, rolled, gluten free, or old fashioned oats
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Steel-cut oats
- Added sugar, fat, oil, or salt
Bulgur
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
-
Allowed:
- Plain, boxes or bags
- Instant, quick or regular
-
Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Whole Grain Barley
Size: 16 - 18 oz. packages
-
Allowed:
- Plain, boxes or bags
- Instant, quick or regular
-
Not included:
- Added fats, oils, sodium, or seasonings
- Organic
Brown Rice
Size: 14 – 16 oz.
-
Allowed:
- Any brand
- Plain, boxes, or bags
- Instant, quick, or regular
-
Not included:
- Organic
Whole Wheat Pasta
Size: 16 oz. only
-
Allowed:
- Any shape whole wheat pasta
Brands:
-
Not included:
- Organic
Tortillas
Size: 16 oz. only
Brands:
-
Best Choice
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
-
Celia’s
- Whole Wheat
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
-
Chi-Chi’s
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
-
Don Pancho
- Whole Wheat
-
Essential Everyday
- Corn 5½”
- Whole Wheat 8” Whole Grain
-
Food Club
- Whole Wheat
-
Frescados
- Whole Wheat
-
Great Value
- Whole Wheat
-
Hy-Top
- Yellow Corn
-
Kroger
- Whole Wheat
- Gluten Free Yellow Corn
-
La Banderita
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
-
Meijer
- Whole Wheat 8”
-
Mi Casa
- Whole Wheat
-
Mission
- Whole Wheat
- Corn
-
Ortega
- Whole Wheat
-
Our Family
- Yellow Corn
- White Corn
- Whole Wheat
-
Schnucks
- Whole Wheat
-
Signature Select
- Whole Wheat
-
Tio Santi
- Whole Wheat
Cereal
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. - 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Pregnant women and women considering becoming pregnant: Look for the cereals with 100% DV (daily value) of folic acid.
Size: Breakfast Cereal (9 oz. to 36 oz. size packages) in any combination.
(11.8 oz. and 23.7 oz. Instant Oatmeal allowed as an exception).
Brands:
B&G FOODS
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Original
-
Instant
-
Original
-
Instant
-
2½ Minute
-
10 Minute
-
Whole Grain Instant
-
Whole Grain 2½ Minute
General Mills
-
Original
-
Multigrain
-
Oat Crunch Berry
-
Vanilla Spice
-
Blueberry
-
Cinnamon
-
Corn
-
Rice
-
Wheat
-
Fiber One Honey Clusters
-
Berry Berry
-
Honey
-
Original
-
Total Whole Grain
-
Wheaties
Grain Berry
-
Apple Cinnamon Toasted Oats
-
Cinnamon Frosted Shredded Wheat
-
MultiBran Flakes
-
Original Toasted Oats
Kellogg’s
-
Complete Bran
-
Honey
-
Original
-
Cinnamon
-
Original
-
Golden Honey
-
Blueberry
-
Chocolate
-
Cinnamon Roll
-
Filled Mixed Berry
-
Original
-
Bite Size
-
Pumpkin Spice
-
Strawberry
-
Honey Toasted
-
Warm Cinnamon
-
Original
-
Original
-
Protein Multi-Grain Touch of Cinnamon
Malt-O-Meal
-
Chocolate
-
Original
-
CocoWheats
-
Farina
-
Crispy Rice
-
Original
-
Strawberry Cream
Post
-
Banana Nut Crunch
-
Crunchy Pecan
-
Almonds
-
Cinnamon
-
Honey Roasted
-
Maple and Pecans
-
Vanilla
-
Snoop Cereal Frosted Drizzlerz
Quaker
-
Instant Grits - Original Only
-
Instant Oatmeal - Original Only
-
Original
-
Vanilla
-
Oat Bran
-
Brown Sugar
-
Cinnamon
-
Honey Nut
Store Brands
-
Allowed:
Brands:
Protein
Beans, Peas, and Lentils
-
Allowed:
- Any type
Canned
Size: 15 oz. – 64 oz.
Dry
Size: 1 lb. bag (16 oz.)
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Boxed
- Baked beans
- Canned green beans
- Canned peas
- Wax beans
- Soups
- Added sugars, fats, oils, seasoning, or meats
Eggs
Size: 1 dozen
-
Allowed:
- Large or extra large white and/or brown eggs
- Cage/Range free
- Least expensive brand
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Premium
- Jumbo
- High cost specialty eggs (reduced cholesterol, Omega-3 vegetarian fed)
For fully breastfeeding moms.
Fish
Size: Any Size
-
Allowed:
- Packed in water, oil, or vegetable broth
- Chunk Light Tuna: Any size cans or pouches. Pouches may have seasoning added, excluding extra ingredients.
- Pink Salmon: Any size cans or pouches.
- Sardines: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine. Added Flavors: tomato, mustard, or lemon.
- Mackerel: Any size cans in water, oil, or brine.
-
Not included:
- Organic
- Albacore or Yellow Fin
- White
- Solid
- Fresh
- Frozen
- Premium brand
Peanut Butter
Size: 16 oz. – 18 oz. jars
-
Allowed:
- Natural, creamy, crunchy, or extra crunchy
-
Not included:
- Peanut spreads
- Freshly ground or whipped peanut butter
- Flavored peanut butter
- Organic peanut butter
- Peanut butter with palm oil or added ingredients such as vitamins, minerals, Omega 3, DHA, or EPA
Tofu
Size: 14 oz. – 17 oz. packages
-
Allowed:
- Any texture
- Regular
- Organic
Brands:
- Organics
Brand 
-
Not included:
- Added fats, sugars, sweeteners, oils, sodium, or seasoning
- Fried tofu
Frequently Asked Questions
If you plan to move somewhere else in Indiana, you can check our website for a listing of all WIC offices in the state at www.wic.in.gov. If you plan to move out of Indiana, you can call your local WIC office. They can give you information about WIC programs in other states and overseas. You may also call the State WIC Office at 1-800-522-0874. You may request a Verification of Certification form from your local WIC office. This form includes information needed to transfer your household from Indiana WIC to the WIC clinic in your new state.
A proxy is someone you trust. You give this person permission to use your eWIC card if you can’t go to the store. You must make sure your proxy understands what foods to buy and how to use the eWIC card.
Be careful if you give someone your card and PIN as they could redeem all of your WIC benefits. These benefits will NOT be replaced. Only give your card and PIN to people you have selected as proxies.
The WIC program protects your right to privacy. WIC will not share any information without your permission. This includes appointment times and medical information.
Ask your WIC staff about services in your area. During your enrollment in WIC, referrals will be made to Medicaid and social service providers. Although the Indiana WIC Program does not
provide health care, Indiana WIC will refer all applicants to health care providers as appropriate.
Some of the referrals include:
- Medicaid
- TANF
- 1-800-QUIT NOW
- Maternal and Child Health Programs
- Nutrition Education Program offered by Programs that help people to quit smoking
Breastfeeding Is Healthy For Baby
You can help your baby develop and grow with your own breastmilk. It is also a healthy, affordable option.
Healthy for You
- Boosts weight loss after pregnancy
- Helps keep your bones strong, which will protect you from osteoporosis in the future
- Less prep work for you — milk is readily available at the right temperature
- Reduces risk of type 2 diabetes and also reduces the risk of breast and ovarian cancers
Healthy for Babies
- Best possible nutrition
- Easy to digest
- Helps prevent chronic diseases like diabetes, asthma, heart disease, and cancer
- Reduces risk of SIDS, ear infections, RSV, and diarrhea
- Promotes brain growth. Studies show that children who were breastfed have higher IQs
Healthy for Families
- Helps you and baby stay healthy.
- A healthier you and baby are more active and ready for play.
- Saves time, money, and the environment
Indiana WIC has Lactation Consultants and Peer Counselors on staff to provide breastfeeding support at no cost. WIC can help with any challenges including the transition back to work or school.
Breastfeed!
You & Baby Get More Food
Exclusively Breastfeeding
Up to 1 Year
Up to 1 Year
Partially Breastfeeding
Up to 1 Year
Up to 1 Year
Not Breastfeeding
Up to 1 Year
Up to 1 Year
How To Use Your Indiana eWIC Card
Using Your eWIC Card
Most stores process WIC in all checkout lanes.
Look for Indiana eWIC Card Accepted Here signs in stores with select WIC lanes. Check with your store to better understand their process. The following steps describe the general process for completing a WIC transaction and may differ slightly from store to store.
- With your eWIC card, current benefit balance, and WIC Program Booklet or IN WIC app, select the food items you need.
- Some stores require you to separate WIC items from other purchases. Ask if this is needed.
- Tell the cashier that you are using an Indiana eWIC Card.
- The cashier scans items to confirm they are WIC approved and included within your family’s authorized food package.
- You or the cashier swipes the eWIC card.
- Enter your four digit PIN.
- The cashier gives you a receipt. Make sure you leave with your card and receipt.
Check your balance
You can get a benefit balance by checking your last store receipt, by:
Checking the Benefits page on the
INWIC Mobile App
Calling Customer Service at
1-855-349-1454
Accessing the Cardholder Website at
https://www.connectebt.com/inwicclient/reciplogin_client.jsp
If you lose or damage your eWIC card, call Customer Service at 1-855-349-1454 to cancel your card and then contact your clinic to find out how to get a replacement card. This number is also located on the back of your Indiana eWIC Card. You can call this number, free of charge, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
- If your eWIC card is lost or stolen.
- If your eWIC card is damaged or will not work.
- If someone is using your eWIC card without your approval.
- If you forget your PIN or would like to reset your PIN.
- If you have questions or need help with your eWIC card.
• Keep your card safe and clean.
• DO NOT throw it away if all of the benefits have been used. The same card is used every month.
• Keep the black strip on the back free from scratches.
• DO NOT bend, fold or twist it, punch holes, or use it to scrape windshields or open door locks.
• DO NOT store it near magnets or electrical equipment like mobile phones.
• DO NOT leave it in the sun or other hot places like the dashboard of your car.
Tips & Reminders
Don’t forget to keep your appointment for your WIC benefits.
Your clinic will note the appointment on the back of this booklet. If you receive your benefits late you may get less food for the month.
You get your WIC benefits on your Indiana eWIC card during your in-clinic, telephone, or online nutrition education appointment. At your clinic visit, staff will offer to provide a list of your household's WIC benefits for the current month and for future months. The list shows the start and end dates for the benefit months.
Keep appointments.
Call your WIC clinic if you need to reschedule.
Use eWIC cards correctly.
Shop where eWIC cards are welcome. Buy only the foods listed on the shopping list. Use your benefits before they expire. Review your eWIC receipt or benefit balance in the WIC app after purchasing WIC foods at the store.
Keep your WIC Program Booklet.
- Take it to the store to help identify WIC approved foods.
- Take it to the clinic to note appointments.
Shop smart!
- Plan how to use your eWIC card so you have food for the whole month.
- Compare prices on foods and buy the least expensive brand.
- Use coupons and look for “buy one, get one free” and other store offers.
Consider breastfeeding your baby.
Babies are born to breastfeed. Nursing mothers receive additional food and may remain on the WIC program up to one year. Ask for breastfeeding support and information at your WIC clinic.
Select authorized package sizes.
Know the package sizes allowed in your benefits and loaded to your eWIC card. Selecting the correct package sizes will allow your eWIC card to properly pay for all of your items at checkout.
WIC foods cannot be returned to the store for credit or cash or exchanged for other items.
Be polite to the cashier.
If you have trouble using your benefits or finding WIC foods at the grocery store, call your local WIC clinic to let us know so we can help.
Look for matching shelf tags located by many WIC approved items.
What to bring to the grocery store:
- eWIC Card
- WIC Program Booklet
- Use the WIC App on your phone to find WIC approved foods
Important Information
Buying, selling, or trading WIC benefits is NOT ALLOWED. If suspected of these actions, you may:
REPAY IN CASH the value of the food/formula benefits; or
LOSE YOUR BENEFITS from the WIC program.
Absolutely no:
If you have questions or concerns, see your local WIC staff,
contact the State WIC office at 1-800-522-0874 or email INWICFraud@health.in.gov.
Notify The WIC Office If You:
- Are unable to keep a scheduled appointment.
- Give birth.
- Need help or support with breastfeeding.
- Are unable to purchase WIC foods.
- Have any problems or concerns about the store.
- Have questions about WIC services.
- Are moving out of Indiana.
Questions?
Just call 800-522-0874 or contact your local WIC clinic.
Your Rights & Responsibilities
For The Indiana WIC Program
For The Indiana WIC Program
Participants Rights
- The standards for eligibility and participation in the WIC Program are the same for everyone, regardless of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation).
- You may appeal any decision made by the local agency regarding your eligibility for the Program.
- However, you have the right to decline offered services or referrals.
- The local agency will make health services, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support available to you, and you are encouraged to participate in these services.
Participant Responsibilities
- Using eWIC card correctly when purchasing WIC items at the store.
- Treating clinic and store employees in a respectful manner.
- Providing truthful information.
- Teaching your proxies their role in the WIC Program.
- Not being on WIC in more than one clinic at a time (in-state or out-of-state).
Your rights and obligations under the program also include not selling, attempting to sell or trade WIC foods, formula, WIC issued breast pumps, breastfeeding supplies, or eWIC card on social media sites (ex: Facebook, Craigslist, Ebay, community garage sales, etc.).
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
