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Nutrition for All
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) helps connect Texas families with support for proper nutrition. Learn more about the program and Driscoll’s WIC locations.
WIC Provides:
Client-centered nutrition education stressing physical activity and obesity prevention
Breastfeeding promotion, education, support and breast pumps
Nutritious foods high in protein, iron, calcium and vitamins critical for proper growth
Monthly food packages including fruits, vegetables, whole grains and more
Nutritional options designed to grow with your child
Referrals to healthcare and social services
Eligibility Guidelines
If you are on Medicaid, TANF or SNAP, you meet the income eligibility guidelines for WIC.
Even if you don’t qualify for these programs, you still may be eligible for WIC by meeting the income guidelines for your household.
You must live in Texas. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to be eligible.
Your WIC appointment includes a visit with a nutrition expert to help determine your eligibility.
Apply for WIC
Start the process online, at a Driscoll WIC location or call (800) 942-3678.
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) estimates that there are more than 5,000 Nueces County residents who are eligible for, but not receiving WIC services.
If you live in Nueces County and are pregnant, a new mother or have a child younger than 5 years of age, please consider a referral to Driscoll WIC.
Services
Health screenings
Medical referrals
Nutrition/Cooking Classes
Nutritional assessments
Breastfeeding help
A package of nutrients designed to promote the best growth
Income Guidelines
Family Size
Weekly
Monthly
Annually
$536
$2,322
$27,861
$728
$3,152
$37,814
$919
$3,981
$47,767
$1,110
$4,810
$57,720
$1,302
$5,640
$67,673
$1,493
$6,469
$77,626
Each additional family member
Approx. +$192
Approx. +$830
Approx. +$9,953
Revised 4/01/2024
WIC Locations
Driscoll Children’s Hospital, Corpus Christi WIC Program operates one full-time clinic, six part-time clinics and several mobile clinic sites located throughout Nueces County.
Nueuces County WIC Locations
Referral Options
Email Driscoll WIC at
[email protected]
Fax a referral to Driscoll WIC at (361) 851-6868
Refer to another WIC program in the area
Breastfeeding hotline: (361) 537-0075
Get Started
Apply Online
or find a Driscoll WIC location.
See Locations
For TTY Deaf Messaging, connect to TTY Interpretation by dialing (800) 735-2989.
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4141 S. Staples St., Ste. 403
Corpus Christi, Texas 78411
Fax:
(361) 851-6868
Phone:
(361) 694-6767
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