Women, Infants, Children (WIC)

Eligibility:   How to determine if you or your child is eligible to apply
                       for the WIC Program

There are 4 Required Categories of determining Eligibility:
          1. Status
          2. Residence
          3. Income
          4. Nutritional or Medical Risk

1.  Status

WIC serves pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum women or an infant or a child under five years of age. 

2.  Residence

The WIC office that you will schedule your appointment with depends on your permanent address. Address proof will be needed at scheduled appointments.  You must provide current proof of address such as a utility bill, credit bill, business mail, or lease, rental agreement.  

The Canton Ciity WIC office schedules individuals that live within Canton City Limits. If you live outside of the Canton City limits, go to WIC Contact Information for other Stark County sites. 

3.  Income

At the time of your appointment, you must provide proof of household income.  Types of income proof could include (3) current check stubs, approval letter for Healthy Start, Ohio Works First, or current Medicaid Card.  Other documentation may be required.

Go to  income eligibility  for current guidelines.

4.  Nutritional or Medical Risk
If you are determined income eligible to apply for WIC, you will have an 
interview with a WIC Health Professional, who will determine the
nutritional or medical risk reason for you to receive WIC.  Eligibility is
determined at the time of your appointment.

Go to Frequently Ask Questions (FAQ's) for information about what to bring to your appointment.