WIC Update
WIC has returned to in-office appointments.
WIC will also now be requiring recent weights, heights, and hemoglobin results at certain WIC appointments. If a weight, height, or hemoglobin hasn't been obtained by the participant's provider, an in-person appointment will be made available so this can be obtained in our office.
BRISTOL HOSPITAL WIC PROGRAM
WHO WE ARE
WIC is the supplemental food assistance program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC is designed to promote health and prevent nutrition related health problems by providing nutrition education, breastfeeding information and referrals. Families who participate also receive an eWIC card that they can use to purchase healthy foods at the grocery store.
Who is Eligible?
Connecticut families who's household income is below current limits, families that have a child under the age of five, women who are either pregnant or recently delivered, and families who can demonstrate a nutrition related risk or need. Those who apply will need to demonstrate eligibility by coming to the office to show documentation as well as meet with a nutritionist for assessment.
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For more details on what you get with WIC check out our WIC Benefits page.
LOCATIONS
We have four main office locations: Bristol, New Britain, Torrington and Meriden.
NEW BRITAIN MAIN OFFICE
450 Main Street
New Britain, Connecticut
860-225-8695
Hours:
Monday 8-5
Tuesday 8-5
Wednesday 8-6
Thursday 8-5
Friday 8-4:30
We are now available the 2nd Saturday of every month from 9-1
BRISTOL MAIN OFFICE
11 Bellevue Ave
Bristol, Connecticut
860-585-3280
Hours:
Monday 8-5 *
Tuesday 8-5 *
Wednesday 8-6 *
Thursday 8-5 *
Friday 8-1
*We are also closed for lunch Monday through Thursday
We are now available the 4th Saturday of every month from 9-1
TORRINGTON MAIN OFFICE
350 Main St STE C
Torrington, CT 06790
Hours:
Monday 8:30 - 4:30
Tuesday 8:30 - 4:30
Wednesday 8 - 6
Thursday 8:30 - 4:30
Friday 8 -12
3rd Saturday of the month 8 -12
MERIDEN MAIN OFFICE
165 Miller St
Meriden, CT 06450
Hours:
Monday 8 - 4:30
Tuesday 8 - 4:30
Wednesday 8 - 6:30
Thursday 8 - 4:30
Friday 8 - 4:30
"This is literally the most helpful program I have ever had the blessing to be involved with."
WIC Participant
APPLY TO WIC
Call one of our main offices to schedule an appointment or fill out the application through the link below and we will contact you to schedule an appointment.
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At your first WIC appointment, we'll need a few things to confirm your eligibility:
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The person or children you want to enroll in WIC
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ID of the authorized individual on the account (Guardian), and ID for each member of the family you want to enroll in WIC.
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Proof if your household income (pay stubs, bank statements, W2, or letter from your employer. Eligibility for Husky A insurance or SNAP may also be used as proof of income.)
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Proof of residency (Connecticut Issued ID, Utility Bill showing your address, any other official documentation showing that you live in Connecticut)
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Medical forms. You may need to bring paperwork from the doctor or pediatrician with current blood work information, proof of pregnancy, weight and length measurements, or a WIC prescription if a special formula or medical food is needed.
If you are new to the WIC program, you can fill out our online form below.
If you are a current or previous WIC participant at one of our office locations, please call us to schedule an appointment.​
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SHOPPING WITH WIC
If you're either new to WIC, or using the eWIC card for the first time, it can be confusing to know what foods are WIC approved, and how to use the card. Here are some tips on shopping using your eWIC card.
FAMILY BENEFITS LIST
Every time we load benefits on your card in the WIC clinic, we will print out a Family Benefits List for you. This will show show you what foods are available on your current food package, when you can use each month of benefits, and when you're due for an appointment.
CHECK YOUR BALANCE
Checking your balance before you start shopping will help prevent confusion at checkout. You can check your balance by looking at your receipt from your most recent WIC purchase, using the My Benefits feature in the WIC Shopper app, you can call 1-855-222-0510 to get your balance over the phone, or create an account on the EBT website here.
WIC SHOPPER
There's an app called WIC shopper that you can download on your smart phone or tablet. The app has special features to make shopping easier:
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Scan Barcode: use this by scanning the barcode of the item to verify if an item is WIC approved.
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My Benefits: use this to check your balance.
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New WIC Food Guide: Check this to see the full descriptions of all WIC eligible items (not every item listed will be available for every WIC participant, check My Benefits to see what your are eligible for).
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Cereal Calculator: Use this to calculate your eligibility for cereal.
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I Couldn't Buy This: Fill out the form in this feature to alert the state WIC office of a problem or potential problem with WIC items at the store.
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My Appointments: See when your next appointment is scheduled.
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WIC Stores: Use the GPS on your phone to find WIC stores near you.
REPORT A PROBLEM
Don't wait until your next WIC appointment to report an issue. If you're unable to get a WIC food item at the store, or would like to file a complaint about a WIC vendor, let us know. You can call us at the WIC office, or use the WIC Shopper App and click on the "I couldn't buy this" button.
WHAT'S WIC SMART?
The nutrition app for WIC participants
WIC Smart is an app that you can utilize for nutrition tips and education. Families enrolled in WIC with a child over 1 year old may be eligible to use WIC smart in place of a follow up visit in the WIC clinic.
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To access WIC Smart go to www.wicsmart.com or download the WIC Smart app on your smart phone or tablet. To login use the account number provided by your WIC nutritionist.