WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

Children's Health

Notice: We are currently serving clients and taking new referrals.  Please call 719-578-3199, Option 6 to make an appointment.

Schedule an Appointment

To make an appointment, call (719) 578-3199 between 7:45 a.m. and 4:15 p.m.

You can also click here to fill out the online referral form. 

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Hours Open

7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Monday through Friday.
 

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Learn how WIC makes a difference in "The Story of WIC" (part 1 and part 2)

About WIC

We provide qualifying women and children with supplemental food, education on nutrition topics, and referrals to community programs.

  • WIC is funded through a federal grant
  • Those eligible include pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children through age 5
  • Clients must show proof of identity along with proof of residency within Colorado
  • WIC clients receive benefits on their EBT card for nutritious foods such as milk, cheese, eggs, cereal, juice, and dried beans or peanut butter
  • Topics covered in education appointments include:
    • Breastfeeding
    • Healthy eating habits
    • Child development
    • Feeding infants
    • Nutrition
    • Community referrals

Income Requirements

Guidelines for July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

  • A household with 1 member may earn up to $1,986 gross monthly.
  • A household with 2 members may earn up to $2,686 gross monthly.
  • A household with 3 members may earn up to $3,386  gross monthly.
  • A household with 4 members may earn up to $4,086  gross monthly.
  • A household with 5 members may earn up to $4,786 gross monthly.
  • A household with 6 members may earn up to $5,486 gross monthly.
  • A household with 7 members may earn up to $6,186 gross monthly.
  • A household with 8 members may earn up to $6,886  gross monthly.

Note: For households with more than eight members, or if you have any questions, please call the WIC office. 

WIC Locations

Main
Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
Phone: (719) 578-3199

South
Address: 6436 US Highway 85-87
Fountain, CO, 80817
Phone: (719) 578-3199

Southeast
Address: 2948 E. Fountain Blvd. 
Colorado Springs, CO, 80910
Phone: (719) 578-3199

Lactation Services

At El Paso County Public Health WIC, we are dedicated to helping moms provide the best nutrition for their baby. All lactation services are FREE for clients participating in WIC. Services offered include: 

For all questions regarding benefits, eligibility for WIC, and appointment scheduling please contact your educator or dial (719) 578-3199 and select option 6 for the WIC front desk.