WIC Clinics - Cook County Health - John H. Stroger Jr. Hospital of Cook County

1969 West Ogden Avenue, Chicago, IL 60612

Eligibility

WIC does not require proof of citizenship or immigration status. This service is for anyone pregnant, a caregiver (fathers, foster parents, grandparents, step-parents), or a mom with a child under 5. There are income eligibility guidelines, please contact the nearest WIC office for more details.

Hours

Mon Varies Tue Varies Wed Varies Thu Varies Fri Varies Sat Varies Sun Varies Hours vary by location, please refer to site details

(312) 864-6000

Voice

(312) 864-0200

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(312) 864-5070

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https://cookcountyhealth.org/services/women-and-childrens-care/

Languages

English, Spanish

Application process

Eligibility determinations are typically same-day. If determined eligible, WIC benefits are issued immediately. Please contact (312) 864-5070 to request an appointment or for additional information.

Fees

Free

Service area

Cook County, IL

Description

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a food supplemental and nutrition education program for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children to promote healthy eating. Low- and middle-income families may be eligible if they meet the income requirements. WIC also provides food coupons that are good for healthy foods.

Date of Last Formal Update

Unknown

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

What's Here

WIC Applications/Certification

Providing organization

Cook County Health

Cook County Health serves the primary healthcare needs of the people of Cook County. In addition, they operate CountyCare, largest Medicaid managed care plan in the region and the Cook County Department of Public Health, the nationally accredited public health department serving suburban Cook County.