Nutrition for Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)

Our WIC clinics are currently open and operating both in person and remotely.

You will be notified before your appointment whether it will be in person or over the phone. If you are unsure, please text or call the office at 503-842-3943.

If your appointment is over the phone, a member of our WIC team will call you at the scheduled day/time of your appointment.

If your appointment is in person, please plan to bring the following:

Proof of Identification

Proof of identification for each scheduled person – only one item needed per person, e.g.:

  • License of photo ID
  • OHP card
  • WIC ID card (not the plastic benefits card)
  • Social security card
  • Birth certificate or hospital birth certificate with footprints
  • Immunization record

Proof of Address

Proof of physical address (the location you are living) – only one item needed, e.g.:

  • License or photo ID
  • Utility bill
  • Rent receipt
  • Piece of mail

Proof of Income

Proof of all income for the entire household:

  • Current OHP enrollment (WIC staff will check this online before your appointment – no other proof needed)
  • Current SNAP (food stamps) or TANF award letter (no other proof needed)
  • One full month of current pay stubs
  • Most recent W-2 or tax return (if income hasn’t changed)

Paperwork that you may be asked to review/sign:

Participant Signature Form
Forma Para la Firma del Participante
参与者签名表

My Rights and Responsibilities
Mis Derechos y Responsabilidades
我的权利与职责

Come visit us!
2111 8th St.
Tillamook, OR 97141
Next to the health clinic, entrance on 8th St.
Call/text us:
503-842-3943
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What is WIC?

What is WIC?

WIC – the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children – is a nutrition education and food supplement program for women, infants, and children with/or at risk of developing nutrition-related health problems. To receive WIC services, participants must be at or below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level. Participants must also have a medical or nutritional risk to qualify for WIC.

WIC services include monthly supplemental food benefits, health and nutrition screenings, individual nutrition counseling and group nutrition classes, and referrals to health and social services. In Tillamook County, the Main Clinic and North County Clinic provide WIC services. There is no charge for WIC services.

Eligibility Requirements

WIC Program Eligibility

You are eligible to participate in the WIC program if you/your family meet the following requirements:

  • Are a pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding woman or an infant/child under the age of 5
  • Live in Oregon
  • Have a household income of less than 185% of the federal poverty limit (if you participate in Oregon Health Plan/Medicaid, SNAP or TANF you are automatically income eligible)
  • Have a nutritional need or risk

Oregon Health Authority: WIC Income Guidelines

Use this WIC PreScreening Tool!

Services

WIC Services

A nutrition education and supplemental food program for:

  • Pregnant women
  • Breastfeeding women up to 12 months postpartum
  • Non-breastfeeding women postpartum up to 6 months
  • Infants and children under 5 years of age

Mothers, fathers, guardians, or foster parents are welcome to apply for their children.

Oregon Health Authority: Women, Infants, & Children (WIC)

Benefits

Benefits of the WIC Program

  • WIC screens for a variety of potential health and nutrition concerns, such as iron deficiency, nutrient intake and growth
  • WIC provides nutrition education and health information that is up to date and relevant for your family
  • WIC program staff provide referrals to other community agencies such as dental, health, housing or other food assistance
  • You will receive a supplemental food package, which includes foods like fruits & vegetables, milk, cheese, eggs, beans/peas, peanut butter, cereal, fruit juice and infant formula (click here to view the current food list)
  • You may receive nutrition education and diet counseling from our registered dietitian
  • Access to breastfeeding support and support in obtaining a breast pump, if needed.

How the WIC Program Supports Breastfeeding

eWIC is Here!

What you can expect from eWIC:

  • No more paper vouchers! You get all your WIC benefits using a card that will work like a debit card.
  • More convenient! You can buy just a few of your WIC foods at a time. The rest will still be in your WIC account for your next shopping trip.
  • A faster, easier shopping trip! At most stores you won’t have to separate your WIC foods from your other purchases. Just be sure to to use your eWIC card first.

Oregon Health Authority: Shopping with eWIC

Nutrition Education

WIC Nutrition Education

In order to receive benefits at WIC, participants must take nutrition classes. These classes can be done in-person, remote, or online. Check with WIC staff to see if your upcoming appointment is eligible to be completed online!

Educación nutricional de WIC

Para recibir los beneficios de WIC, los participantes deben tomar clases de nutrición. Estas clases pueden ser presenciales, remotas o en línea. ¡Consulte con el personal de WIC para ver si su próxima cita puede completarse en línea!

WICHealth Online Lessons

WICHealth Online Lessons

TO GET STARTED:

  1. Visit www.wichealth.org
  2. Click “Sign Up”
  3. Enter your information
    • Agency: Tillamook Co. Health Dept.
    • State: Oregon
    • WIC ID: (this 8-digit number can be found on the back of the card you use at the store, or on some clinic correspondence – if you are unsure what your ID number is, please contact the clinic)
  4. Set up your account
  5. Tell us about your family
  6. Complete a quick 5-15 minute lesson before the end of the month and receive a certificate
  7. At the end of the lesson, send a text to Allison at 503-842-3943 with the name of the lesson you completed and 1-2 things you learned
  8. The WIC office will issue your benefits
  9. Plan to come into the office for your next appointment in approximately 3 months!

Oregon Health Authority: WICHealth.org Lesson Information for Participants

Lecciones en línea de WICHealth

PARA EMPEZAR:

  1. Visite www.wichealth.org
  2. Haga clic en “Inscríbase”
  3. Ingrese su información
    • Agencia: Tillamook Co. Health Dept.
    • Estado: Oregon
    • WIC ID: (Este número de 8 dígitos se puede encontrar en el reverso de la tarjeta que usa en la tienda o en alguna correspondencia de la clínica. Si no está seguro de cuál es su número de identificación, comuníquese con la clínica.)
  4. Complete su cuenta
  5. Díganos sobre su familia
  6. Complete una lección rápida de 5 a 15 minutos antes del fin de mes y reciba un certificado
  7. Al final de la lección, envíe un mensaje de texto a Allison al 503-842-3943 con el nombre de la lección que completó y 1 o 2 cosas que aprendió
  8. La oficina de WIC le enviará sus beneficios
  9. ¡Planee venir a la oficina para su próxima cita en aproximadamente 3 meses!

Oregon Health Authority: WICHealth.org Lesson Information for Participants

Alternate Nutrition Education

You may have the option to watch a short educational video instead of an online lesson or phone appointment. Choose a video that fits your family’s needs or interests. At the end of the video, send a text to Allison at 503-842-3943 with the name of the video you watched and 1-2 things you learned.

Infants
  • Farmers Market
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about using your Farm Direct coupons?
  • Infant Development
    Based on the video, what is one thing you learned about how your baby grows?
  • Infant Massage
    Based on the video, what is one thing you learned about the benefit of massaging your baby?
  • Iron
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about the effect of iron on your baby’s health?
Children
  • Farmers Market
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about using your Farm Direct coupons?
  • Iron
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about the effect of iron on your child’s health?
  • Physical Activity
    Based on the video, what activities do you want to incorporate into your day?
  • Storytime: Bedtime Routine
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, how do you get ready for bedtime?
  • Storytime: Food Play
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what silly things does your kiddo do with their food?
  • Storytime: Gardening
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what kind of fruit or vegetable would you want to grow in a garden?
  • Storytime: Meal Planning
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, how do you plan snacks or meals for your family?
  • Storytime: Physical Activity
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what does your child like to do to stay active?
  • Storytime: Shapes
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what shapes do you see during walks?
  • Storytime: Snacks
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what is a new food you want to try for a snack with your family?
  • Storytime: Veggies
    Watch the story with your child and let us know, what veggies do your family like to eat?
Pregnancy
  • Baby Prep Lesson 1
    Based on the video, what are two ways you can tell your baby is getting enough breastmilk?
  • Baby Prep Lesson 2
    Based on the video, name at least one thing you’ll ask your support people to do after your baby is born?
  • Baby Prep Lesson 3
    Based on the video, what are two breastfeeding tips you learned?
  • Baby Prep Lesson 4
    Based on the video, when is a situation where hand-expression might be useful?
  • Baby Prep Lesson 5
    Based on the video, what are two actions you can take that help keep your baby safe while sleeping?
  • Baby Prep Lesson 6
    Based on the video, what are two reasons babies cry other than hunger?
  • Family Meal Ideas
    Let us know which video you watched, and what is one thing you learned?
  • Farmers Market
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about using your Farm Direct coupons?
  • Getting to Know Your Baby
    Based on this video, what is one thing you learned?
  • Iron During Pregnancy
    Based on this video, what is one thing you learned about iron?
  • Nutrition During Pregnancy
    Based on this video, what is one thing you learned about nutrition?
  • Physical Activity
    Based on the video, what activities do you want to incorporate into your day?
Postpartum
  • Family Meal Ideas
    Let us know which video you watched, and what is one thing you learned?
  • Farmers Market
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about using your Farm Direct coupons?
  • Getting to Know Your Baby
    Based on this video, what is one thing you learned?
  • Iron
    Based on the video, what are two things you learned about the effect of iron on your health?
  • Physical Activity
    Based on the video, what activities do you want to incorporate into your day?

Opciones de video en español

Quizás tenga la opción de ver un video educativo corto en lugar de una lección en línea o una cita telefónica. Elija un video que se adapte a las necesidades o intereses de su familia. Al final del video, envíe un mensaje de texto a Allison al 503-842-3943 con el nombre del video que vio y una o dos cosas que aprendió.

Bebés
  • Mercado de agricultores
    Según el video, ¿cuáles son dos cosas que aprendiste sobre el uso de tus cupones de Farm Direct?
  • Desarrollo infantil
    Según el video, ¿qué aprendiste sobre cómo crece tu bebé?
  • Masaje infantil
    Según el vídeo, ¿qué aprendiste sobre los beneficios de masajear a tu bebé?
  • Hierro
    Según el vídeo, ¿cuáles son dos cosas que aprendiste sobre el efecto del hierro en la salud de tu bebé?
Niños
Embarazo
Posparto
  • Ideas para comidas familiares (solo en inglés)
  • Cuéntanos qué video viste y, ¿qué aprendiste?
  • Mercado de agricultores
    Según el video, ¿cuáles son dos cosas que aprendiste sobre el uso de tus cupones de Farm Direct?
  • Conociendo a tu bebé (solo en inglés)
    Según el vídeo, ¿qué cosa aprendiste?
  • Hierro
    Según el vídeo, ¿cuáles son dos cosas que aprendiste sobre el efecto del hierro en tu salud?
  • Actividad física (solo en inglés)
    Según el vídeo, ¿qué actividades te gustaría incorporar a tu día?

Tillamook County WIC Staff

  • Jennifer Ramirez, WIC Coordinator
  • Zurith De La Torre, WIC Certifier
  • Allison Bonato-Garcia, WIC Clerk
To enroll in the program or schedule an appointment, text or call Allison at 503-842-3943.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider / Esta institución es un proveedor que ofrece igualdad de oportunidades.

View Oregon WIC’s full non-discrimination statement