WIC is a federal and state-funded health and nutrition program for women, infants, and children. It serves pregnant women, new mothers, and young children under five who are at health risk due to inadequate nutrition. The program aims to improve health outcomes and enhance the quality of life for its participants by providing:
- Nutritious food to supplement diets,
- Information on healthy eating,
- Referrals to healthcare.
To be eligible for WIC, applicants must be:
- Pregnant women, new mothers, or children under five years old,
- Residents of California facing nutritional risk,
- Low-income families, as determined by WIC guidelines.