WIC - Bedford, Bedford County Health Department
600 Bedford Avenue, Bedford, VA 24523
Eligibility
Languages
Spanish
Application process
To apply, you will need to bring some information to the WIC appointment: Proof of income (pay stubs, Medicaid card, Food Stamp letter) Proof of identity (driver’s license, birth certificate, Social Security card) Proof that you live in Virginia (utility bill or other item with your name and current street address) Call (434) 477-5937 or (434) 477-5945 for more information.
Service area
Bedford, VA
Description
WIC stands for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children. The goal of the program is to improve the health of pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants and children (under 5 years) through better nutrition and access to health care. The program is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and operated in Virginia through the Virginia Department of Health. The program provides screening and referrals to other health, welfare and social service agencies, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support as well as supplemental nutritious foods. To be eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must meet categorical, residential, income and nutrition risk requirements.
What's Here
Providing organization
Bedford County Health Department
Promotes and provides high quality, comprehensive preventive health to Virginia citizens for whom such services are otherwise unavailable.