The WIC Program
The
Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants,
and Children (WIC) is a health and nutrition program with
a successful record for improving the diet of infants, children,
and pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women who are
at risk for nutrition-related illness. The main focus of
the WIC program is to educate mothers on the proper nutrition
for babies and young children. In addition to nutrition
education, WIC clients also receive breastfeeding support
and education, supplemental WIC foods, and referrals to
other health and social service agencies.
The
City of San Marcos WIC Program employs 26 full time employees
to provide services in Hays, Caldwell, Guadalupe,
and Comal Counties.
Mission Statement
To give all eligible families the best start for a life time
of well-being by providing
nutrition education and breastfeeding support
during the critical stages of development.
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WIC
Nondiscrimination Statement
In accordance with Federal law and
U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution
is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race,
color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
To file
a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA, Director,
Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400
Independence Ave. SW, Washington D.C., 20250-9410 or call
(202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity
provider and employer.
You may also
call the Texas WIC toll-free number for assistance: 1-800-942-3678.
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