What is WIC called in Texas?

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, popularly known as WIC, is a nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding women and families with children younger than 5.

How does WIC work Texas?

The WIC program is a supplemental nutrition program that provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals for various agencies according to the client’s needs. WIC provides the WIC card to retrieve the assigned food benefits at WIC vendor locations.

How do I check my Texas WIC balance online?

If you lose your receipt, you may check your remaining balance by calling the Cardholder Customer Service toll free at 1-844-540-3013 or by visiting Some stores may also be able to check your balance at the store’s customer service desk.

How much do you get for WIC in Texas?

Texas WIC Income Guidelines

Number of Household Members*	Gross Yearly Household Income
1	$0 up to $23,828
2	$0 up to $32,227
3	$0 up to $40,626
4	$0 up to $49,025

Who is eligible for WIC in Texas?

WIC Clients are: Pregnant women. Breastfeeding women. Infants. Families with children younger than 5 years old.

Can you use WIC at self-checkout Texas?

Texas WIC is excited to announce our new Texas WIC Self-Checkout Terminal instructional video for vendors (best viewed on Internet Explorer). Self-checkout is another method which allows WIC participants to conveniently shop like other customers.

What happens if you don’t use your WIC benefits?

You can get a new card at your WIC clinic. Any unused benefits for the current benefit period will be available on your new card, but any items purchased (even if not by you) cannot be replaced.

Is WIC income based in Texas?

WIC is open to many incomes and families. If you are on Medicaid, TANF, or SNAP you meet the income eligibility guidelines for WIC….Texas WIC Income Guidelines.

Number of Household Members*	Gross Monthly Household Income**
1	$0 up to $1,986
2	$0 up to $2,686
3	$0 up to $3,386
4	$0 up to $4,086

How long can you get WIC in Texas?

If you meet the income and nutrition requirements: Infants and children can stay on WIC up to their 5th birthday. Women who are pregnant receive WIC food benefits until the end of their pregnancy. Women who are exclusively or mostly breastfeeding receive WIC food benefits until their baby is 1 year old.