The WIC - Women, Infant, and Children Program promotes and strives to maintain the nutritional health and well-being of breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children. WIC provides nutritious foods, nutrition education (including breastfeeding promotion and support), and referrals to health and other social services to participants at no charge
WIC Eligibility
To be eligible for WIC benefits in Wisconsin, you must:
Any legal guardians, including kinship care and foster parents, can apply for WIC for their children.
What the WIC Program Provides
Apply
For information, or to apply for WIC, call (608) 205-8755 or apply online below.
APPLY FOR WIC
Resources
La Crosse Area Food Resources
La Crosse County Resource Guide for WIC Participants
WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program
2023 WIC Approved Markets in La Crosse County
Current Customers
Staff are available by phone for appointments and questions at (608) 205-8755.
WIC Program of La Crosse, Wisconsin
Phone (call or text): 608-205-8755
Email: [email protected]
WIC Nondiscrimination Statement
Families that participate in WIC can also participate in the Fit Families Program (see info below).
Fit Families SNAP-ED
Fit Families is a free coaching and support program that provides the framework for achieving healthy food and beverage consumption, daily physical activity, and healthy supportive environments. Fit Families strives to build healthy eating and physical activity habits to last a lifetime.
How Does Fit Families Work?
Core Messages:
To find out more visit: https://wifitfamilies.org/Invite
SNAP-Ed Nondiscrimination Statement
Health Department Office Location
2nd Floor, 300 4th St. N.
La Crosse, WI 54601
Main Business Phone: 608-785-9872
Email:
[email protected]
In a public health emergency call 911
WI Relay Service and Interpretation Services Available
Office Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday-Friday; some service hours may vary
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