Eligibility Requirements

There is no charge to participate in the WIC program. Eligibility is based on:

• Income
• Nutrition Risk
• Residency
• Category
  • Breastfeeding
  • Children under age of five
  • Infants
  • Postpartum
  • Pregnant

Enrollment Requirements

To make an appointment or for comments please call the Health Department at 910-347-5002 or Tarawa Terrace at 910-353-0022. The following information will be needed to complete your enrollment:

Current Identification

One of the following forms of identification is required for women enrolling:

• Birth certificate
• Immunization record
• Medicaid card
• Military ID
• Social Security card
• Valid driver's license
• Work/school ID

For infants:

• Hospital crib card
• ID bracelet
• Mother's verification of facts form

Proof of Residence

Verification of where you live must be provided. The following will be accepted:

• Bank statement
• Current rental or mortgage agreement
• Medicaid card
• Recent utility bill
• Valid driver's license

Proof of Income
Finally, those wishing to enroll in the WIC program must have proof of current income. You may provide:

• Letter from employer stating gross income and frequency of pay
• Letter of certification from Food & Nutrition Services
• Medicaid card
• Most recent paycheck stubs or LES
• Recent tax return if self-employed