
Back to Top What happens after I am certified? It will not cost you any money to enroll in the WIC Program. To be enrolled, a child must be present at each certification. The forms can be found on the New York State Department of Health web site.If you or your child is on a special formula, you will need the "Medical Documentation for WIC Formula & Approved WIC Foods for Infants, Children and Women" form.A completed New York State Department of Health Medical Referral Form from your health care provider (including blood work).Immunization record for infants and children.Proof of identity for you and your child.When you call the WIC office for a certification appointment, staff will tell you which of the following you need to bring: What do I need to bring to the WIC office? Provide foods each month that will help you with your food budget.Provide referrals to other medical care and services.Provide opportunities to discuss nutrition and health concerns.Meet the income guidelines set by the federal government.Citizenship or legal residency is not required What is certification? Certification is the process required in order to receive benefits. You can get the name and phone number of the WIC agency near you by calling 1-80 or through the New York State Department of Health web site. Infants and children under the age of five.those who do not breastfeed their babies.Women who have just had a baby including:.It is well known that pregnancy and early childhood are among the most important times for growth and development. WIC's goal is to improve the health and nutrition of moms and kids. What is WIC? WIC stands for Women, Infants and Children. Your responsibilities as a WIC participant.Additional WIC foods for breastfeeding women.What do I need to bring to the WIC office?.and your kids will too!įresh, frozen or canned. The New York State WIC Program Cook together. Your questions and comments are always welcome. Your rights and responsibilities as a WIC participant.Livret du participant pour les femmes, nourrissons et enfants - French (PDF, 695KB, 24pg).WIC Participant Handbook for Women, Infants, and Children - Russian (PDF, 708KB, 24pg).WIC Participant Handbook for Women, Infants, and Children - Chinese (PDF, 5.41MB, 24pg).Manual para participantes para mujeres, bebés y niños - Spanish (PDF, 697KB, 24pg).WIC Participant Handbook for Women, Infants, and Children - English (PDF, 673KB, 13pg).WIC Participant Handbook for Women, Infants, and Children The WIC Participant Handbook for Women, Infants, and Children booklet is available in Portable Document Format in several translations. All Health Care Professionals & Patient Safety.

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