Together, we can achieve a healthier future. At MHHC WIC, we are dedicated to helping families thrive by offering vital support to women, infants, and children. As the recipient of the WIC Breastfeeding Gold Award of Excellence, our program is recognized for its exemplary breastfeeding promotion and support activities. Through personalized services, we empower families to make healthy choices, gain access to essential resources, and receive culturally relevant food packages. Our mission is to promote long-term well-being for families by providing guidance, education, and the tools needed to lead healthy and fulfilling lives.
The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is a federally funded Special Supplemental Nutrition Program designed to support low-income pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, non-breastfeeding postpartum women, infants, and children up to the age of five.
MHHC WIC provides:
To qualify for WIC:
To apply for WIC, please contact our office at (718) 716-4400 ext. 2159, or click here to complete the online form.
WIC services are available to anyone who qualifies, including fathers, foster parents, and caregivers, regardless of immigration status. For more details on eligibility, visit the New York State Department of Health’s WIC page.
With WIC, you get to choose what works best for your family. Enjoy the convenience of remote services like phone appointments and online nutrition education from the comfort of your home, or opt for in-person visits at our WIC offices if you prefer a more personalized experience. Whichever you choose, WIC offers vital nutrition support to help your children under five grow healthy and strong.