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Sophie Villagomez
WIC Educator
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"Se Habla Espanol"
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WIC has three office locations |
Round Valley Health Office
323 S. Mountain Ave.
Springerville, AZ 85938
Phone (928) 333-2415
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St. Johns WIC Clinic
1200 W. Cleveland, Ste 9
St. Johns, Arizona 85936
Phone (928) 337-3730
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Concho WIC Clinic
119 County Road
5051/Evergreen Dr.
Concho, AZ 85924
Phone (928) 333-2415 |
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| *"The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (800) 795-3272 (voice) or (202) 720-6382 (TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer." |
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Phone: (928) 333-2415
Fax: (928) 333-5876
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Lee Castillo
CNW Coordinator
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Erin Howard, MS, RD
Registered Dietitian
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What is WIC?
The Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) is a nutrition education program which provides families with nutritious foods, information on healthy eating, and referrals to healthcare providers. WIC serves pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women; and infants and children under five years of age who meet specific eligibility guidelines.
WIC provides…
- Health screening to determine nutritional status
- Nutrition education and counseling
- Breastfeeding information and support
- Checks for supplemental nutritious foods and a list of vendors who accept the checks
- Referrals to appropriate healthcare providers
Who is Eligible?
- Pregnant women
- Breastfeeding women
- Women who have a baby less than six months old
- Infants and children up to five years old who:
- Live in the Apache County
- Are at nutritional risk
- Meet our liberal income guidelines
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WIC Income Eligibility Guidelines
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Effective from July 1. 2009 to June 30,2010 |
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Persons in Family of Household Size
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Annual
Income
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Monthly Income
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Twice Monthly Income |
Bi-Weekly Income |
Weekly Income |
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1
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$20,036
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$1,670
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$835 |
$771 |
$386 |
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2
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$26,955
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$2,247
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$1,124 |
$1,037 |
$519 |
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3
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$33,874
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$2,823
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$1,412 |
$1,303 |
$652 |
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4
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$40,793
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$3,400
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$1,700 |
$1,569 |
$785 |
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5
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$47,712
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$3,976
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$1,988 |
$1,836 |
$918 |
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6
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$54,631
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$4,553
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$2,277 |
$2,102 |
$1,051 |
7 |
$61,550 |
$5,130 |
$2,565 |
$2,368 |
$1,184 |
8 |
$68,469 |
$5,706 |
$2,853 |
$2,634 |
$1,317 |
Each Additional Person |
+$6,919 |
+$577 |
+$289 |
+267 |
+134 |
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| *Individuals enrolled in AHCCCS, TANF or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (Food Stamps) automatically meet WIC Program income eligibility. Bring the approval letter to your WIC appointment. * |
How do I become a WIC participant?
Call one of the WIC offices locations listed on the left side of this page to make an appointment at a WIC Clinic near you. *We accept walk-ins at all clinics*
What should I bring to my appointment?
1. One of the following as proof of income:
- Current pay stub
- Tax return
- Social Security, public assistance or unemployment
2. Proof of residency:
- Current utility or cable bill
- Rent or mortgage receipt
3. Proof of identification
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