The WIC program is a special supplementary food and nutrition program sponsored by the USDA. WIC provides nutrition and breastfeeding education, along with nutritious foods and referrals. WIC services pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children (until 5 years of age).
Stickney Township WIC Program Location and Hours
Stickney Public Health District South Clinic
5635 State Road in Burbank, Illinois
Monday: 8:30 am - noon, 1-4 pm*
Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday: 8am - 4 pm*
Friday: 8:30 - Noon*
*If you need an Early Bird or later appointment,
please contact us at 708-237-8958 (Direct Line).
The Stickney PHD WIC Program welcomes participants who meet the following criteria:
Be an Illinois resident
Be a pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum woman
Be an infant or child through 5 years of age
Meet income guidelines
Have a medical or nutritional need
If you are interested in finding out more about the WIC Program or would like to make an appointment, please contact us at 708-237-8958 wic@stickneypublichealthdistrict.org
Additional information may be obtained at www.fns.usda.gov/wic/wic-eligibility-requirements.
What happens at my WIC appointment?
You will be seen by the WIC Intake Staff who will verify all of your information and explain WIC to you. Next, you will be seen by the WIC CMA, who will take your height, weight, and hemoglobin finger stick (if required). The WIC Nutritionist will assess for health and /or nutrition risk factors provide nutrition information and make referrals. Food benefits are prescribed, downloaded, and explained.
What kind of nutritious foods will WIC provide?
WIC Food Packages vary depending on category (Pregnant, Breastfeeding, Postpartum, Infant and Child).
Food packages may include:
Milk
Cheese
Yogurt
Tofu
Eggs
100% unsweetened juice
Cereal
Canned tuna or pink salmon
Whole grain choices of: whole wheat bread & buns, whole wheat pasta, soft corn tortillas, whole wheat tortillas, brown rice, bulgur or oatmeal
Vouchers for fresh, canned, or frozen fruits and vegetables
Peanut butter
Dried peas, beans or lentils
Infant formula
Medically prescribed formula
Infant cereal
Baby food jars of fruit and vegetables
Can I still work and be on the WIC Program?
Yes. The WIC Program follows the 185% of the Federal Poverty Level Guidelines.
Can I be receiving LINK (food stamps) and WIC at the same time?
Yes. Your LINK Card is not reduced because you are participating in the WIC Program.
How do I get in touch with the WIC Program?
If you are interested in finding more out about the WIC Program or would like to make an appointment, please contact us at: 708-237-8958 or wic@stickneypublichealthdistrict.org
Here is a link for more information in English and en español. Or, check out their website at: https://www.wicgrocery.org/locations
Hi! I am Nicole, the Breastfeeding Peer Counselor here at Stickney WIC. I have been a Peer Counselor for 6 years. I have breastfed all 3 of my children for 27 months (about 2 and a half years). With my first 2 children, I struggled with breastfeeding, I Googled things to see if situations were “normal.” I cried at myself thinking I was not doing a good enough job for my little one.
After becoming a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor, I realized that we, as moms, are amazing! When my third came along, I had breastfeeding down to a science thanks to our wonderful Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program! While we all may struggle, you will not be alone going through the journey of breastfeeding. As a Peer Counselor, I am your guide, here to help you with navigation and assuring you that yes, this is all ‘normal’! If you have more questions about the program, please call or stop into WIC today!
Please feel free to contact me at: 708-237-8983.
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