ASHLAND – The Women, Infants & Children offices in Richland and Ashland counties will continue to be open and provide services despite the COVID-19 crisis.
WIC is considered to be an essential service and provides nutritious foods to pregnant women and families with children under age 5.
Temporarily, WIC has been given permission to conduct a “modified” WIC appointment with WIC participants staying in their cars in the WIC parking lot.
A WIC staff member approaches the car, gets the WIC Nutrition Card and the remainder of the appointment is conducted via cell phone.
“Our WIC Staff is doing its best to maintain social distancing, protecting both themselves and our WIC participants,” a press release from the organization stated.
WIC needs help letting everyone know it’s still open for business. WIC welcomes both current participants and encourages new families to apply.
If you have recently been laid off from your job or are working reduced hours, call WIC at 419-774-4560 in Richland County, 419-289-3359 in Ashland County to see if you are eligible for WIC foods.
WIC Income Guidelines
To qualify for WIC your income should be at or below the following guidelines:
Monthly Gross Income
Family of 2 — $2,607.
Family of 3 — $3,289.
Family of 4 — $3,970.
Family of 5 — $4,652.
Many working families can receive WIC Services! WIC Income Guidelines change every July 1. Call WIC for most recent guidelines.
