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Caldwell County health educators outline WIC services, eligibility and recent benefit changes
Summary
Caldwell County public health educators Tyler Wonderlick and Brie Flanigan summarized local WIC services, who can apply, covered formulas and breastfeeding support, and said recent state changes expand benefit options and improve appointment scheduling. Callers are asked to contact the WIC intake line for an appointment.
Caldwell County public health educators Tyler Wonderlick and Brie Flanigan gave an overview of the WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) nutrition program and how local residents can apply and access services.
"WIC stands for women, infants, and children," Br ie Flanigan said, and she explained that eligibility extends beyond mothers to anyone who is pregnant or cares for a child under age five, including grandparents raising grandchildren, foster parents with custody through DSS and single fathers. "If you have a kid under five, you are eligible to apply for this program," she added.
The presenters described services available through the…
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