WIC is a federally funded supplemental food and nutrition education program for women (pregnant, breastfeeding or up to 6 months postpartum), infants and children to the age of five that provides nutritious foods, nutrition counseling, and referrals to health care. At WIC clinics, each participant receives nutrition education and is issued specific foods for that month. The benefits are redeemed at local stores contracted to accept WIC. By providing some of the foods needed daily for good health, WIC can help you stretch your food budget. Nutritionist at the WIC clinic can help you plan healthy meals for your family, advise on infant feeding, children's diet needs, and the food needs of pregnant and breastfeeding women.

WIC also employs a certified lactation consultant, and peer counselors who are available after normal clinic hours to help with topics relating to breastfeeding such as nutrition facts, positioning, and returning to work. WIC has electric and manual breast pumps available for special needs.

Nutritionists at the WIC clinic can help you plan healthy meals for your family, advise on infant feeding, childhood feeding issues, and the dietary needs of growing families.

"Your child has you and you have WIC"

If you are interested in learning more about this program or would like to make an appointment, please Contact Us or go to WIC Strong at the link below.

For more information about the WIC Program visit WIC Strong. WIC is funded by the USDA and New York State Department of Health.

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement and NYS WIC Complaint Information

Potential participants must meet four eligibility criteria:

• Categorical - women who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have just had a baby; infants; and children under 5 years old.
• Residential - must be a resident of New York State
• Income - must have a gross income under the guidelines listed below or receive Food Stamps, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy families.
• Nutritional - must have a nutritional need.

The WIC Program does not require proof of citizenship.

WIC Income Guidelines

To sign up for WIC:

If you are interested in learning more about this program or signing up, please Contact Us to make an appointment to apply for the program.

The WIC program strongly encourages and provides support for breastfeeding. For infants not fully breastfed, iron-fortified formula is available for the first year. Infants with specific medical diagnosis may receive a special formula.

For eligible women and children these are some of the foods provided:

For specific information about the WIC foods visit WIC Strong

WIC participates in the New York State Farmer's Market program each summer. WIC participants receive coupons to be cashed at local farmer's markets for nutritious fruits and vegetables. Nutrition information is provided at the WIC office on the selection and preparation of fresh products.

Our main site is located at CAPCO's building at 32 North Main Street, Cortland. We also hold monthly satellite clinics at the following locations:

• Marathon Presbyterian Church, Main Street, Marathon, NY
• (TBD) Cincinnatus, NY

Our hours are:

Monday                 11:15 am - 6:45 pm

Tuesday                  8:15 am - 3:45 pm

1st Wednesday      9:00 am - 12:00 pm in Marathon
2nd Wednesday    9:00 am - 11:45 am in Cincinnatus
3rd Wednesday     8:15 am - 3:45 pm
4th Wednesday     8:15 am - 3:45 pm

Thursday                 8:15 am - 3:45 pm

Friday                       8:15 am - 3:45 pm

(As Announced) 2nd Saturday         9:00 am - 11:45 am