About WIC
Prince William Health District WIC provides nutrition education and breastfeeding support to at risk families within the community to aide in the prevention of childhood obesity and overall family health and wellbeing.
WIC provides supplemental food, health care referrals, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to:
- Low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and non-breastfeeding postpartum women AND
- Infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.
WIC is effective in improving the health of pregnant women, new mothers and their infants. Studies have shown that each WIC dollar spent on prenatal care can save up to $3 in Medicaid costs for mothers and infants in the first 60 days after birth.
Eligibility
You're eligible to apply to Virginia WIC if you meet all of the requirements below:
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, just had a baby or are a mother, father, grandparent, foster parent, or legal guardian of a child under the age of 5.
- Live in Virginia.
- Have a nutritional need (this is determined at your local WIC clinic).
- Meet income guidelines based on family size and family gross earnings.
- A person who participates in certain other benefit programs such as Medicaid or Food Stamp Programs, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
- If you meet the income guidelines fill out the WIC Employer Verification Form (Spanish).
How to Apply
First Time Applicants
- Please call or visit one of our offices to receive assistance and make an appointment.
- WIC services are available by appointment only.
Updating Information or Benefits
To update your phone number or benefits, you may:
- Visit us in person during normal business hours
- Contact us via phone at 703-792-7319
- Email: pwhdwic@vdh.virginia.gov
Additional information on how to apply visit the Virginia WIC Program.
When You're Applying
Come in Person
All Child(ren)/women who are applying for benefits must be present in office to complete your WIC appointment with your child. We will need to have up to date height, weight, and hemoglobin measurements
Who Can Come
- Parent, guardian, caretaker listed on account
- Women and children who will be seen that day
What to Expect
- 30 minutes to 1 hour appointment time
- Finger stick for bloodwork depending on age and WIC category
- Height and weight check
- Nutrition education
- Review of your food benefits
What to Bring
| Identification for ALL | Proof of income (must be current within 30 days of your appointment) | Proof of where you live in Virginia |
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WIC Office Locations & Office Hours
4001 Prince William Parkway, Suite 204
Woodbridge, VA 22192
Phone: 703-792-7319
Fax: 703-792-7166
Mon., Tues., Wed., Fri. from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Alternate hours on Thursdays from 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*When calling please leave a message during clinic hours. Your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Email: PWHDWIC@vdh.virginia.gov
9430 Forestwood Lane, Suite 201
Manassas, VA 20110
Phone: 703-792-7319
Fax: 571-292-1901
Mon., Wed., Thurs., Fri. from 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Alternate hours on Tuesdays from 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
*When calling please leave a message during clinic hours. Your call will be returned as soon as possible.
Email: PWHDWIC@vdh.virginia.gov
Resources & Information
The Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Overseas Program is available to eligible participants living overseas, including:
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- Active duty service members and their family members
- Department of Defense civilian employees and their family members
- Department of Defense contractors and their family members
To learn more about the WIC Overseas Program benefits, eligibility criteria or location of the nearest WIC Overseas office you can:
- Visit the website or call the WIC Overseas Program Manager at 1-877-267-3728, ext. 218
- Or simply contact your base or information operator or the TRICARE Area Office.
- WIC Special Formula Prescription
- WIC Medical Referral Form
- Used for doctors to submit current height, weight & iron measurements