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Eligibility & Enrollment
Eligibility and Enrollment
WIC is available to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age five. To participate, these persons must:
- Live in North Carolina.
- Have a family income less than 185% of the U.S. Poverty Income Guidelines. A person receiving Medicaid, Work First Families Assistance (TANF), or assistance from the NC Food and Nutrition Services automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
- Be at nutritional risk. A nutritionist or other health professional makes the nutritional risk assessment at no cost to the participant, usually at the local WIC office.
The WIC Prescreening Tool can help determine if you are likely to be eligible for WIC benefits.
What Benefits Does WIC Provide?
Support & Education
Peer Counseling
Lactation Support
Classes & Information
Fresh fruits & vegetables
Milk, cheese, and more
Cereal & other grains
Peanut butter, beans, and more
Shopping guidance
Prenatal nutrition tips
Kid-friendly recipes
Personalized nutrition counseling
Connection to the Healthcare community 
Referrals to resources like Immunization services, substance abuse counseling, domestic abuse counseling, and Social Services
Community resources
How Do I Apply?
To schedule an appointment or to speak with a WIC representative, please call (910) 347-5002. Military families are welcome to call (910) 353-0022.
What Do I Bring to My Appointment?
- You will need to bring proof of identification document for you and your child(ren)
- Examples: Valid driver's license, Social Security card, current work/school ID, current Medicaid card, current military ID, birth certificate, immunization record, and for infants: hospital crib card, ID bracelet or mother’s verification of facts form.
- You need to bring one proof of residence document (where you live).
- Examples: Current utility bill, valid driver’s license, current Medicaid card (or presumptive eligibility form), bank statement, current rental or mortgage receipts, or Division of Motor Vehicle ID card.
- You will need to provide household income.
- Examples: Current paycheck stubs, if self-employed your recent tax return or history of earnings for the past twelve months, current Medicaid card, a letter of certification for the NC Food and Nutrition Services, a letter from your employer stating gross income and frequency of pay, or unemployment letter/notice.
Contact The WIC Office
Onslow County Health Department -WIC
Phone: 910- 347-5002
Fax: 910-347-3026
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Health Department
Physical Address
612 College Street
Jacksonville, NC 28540
Phone: 910-347-2154Fax: 910-347-7941
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Saturday, Sunday and Holidays - Closed
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Tarawa Terrace WIC Office
Physical Address
2455 Iwo Jima Blvd
Tarawa Terrace, NC 28543
Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
2nd and 4th Thursdays extended hours to 8 p.m.