WIC Services

The federal Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program sets children and families on a path to lifetime health and wellness.

WIC provides healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other helpful services to pregnant individuals, new moms, infants, and kids under 5.

Find Support You Need

  • Individualized food packages with benefits loaded on a convenient EBT card for use at participating stores.

  • Breastfeeding support from a peer counselor or WIC nutritionist.

  • Delicious recipes using WIC food.

  • Nutrition education focused on your needs.

  • Ideas for easy physical activities that are fun and healthy.

  • Referrals to other health and social services.

  • Farmers Market Coupons (seasonal).

  • Convenient hours, locations and services.

  • Language assistance services are available at no charge.

WIC Eligibility

Services are free for eligible families. Applicants must be one of the following:

  • Pregnant woman

  • Infant or child up to 5 years old

  • A breastfeeding mother of an infant up to 12 months old

  • A non-breastfeeding mother of an infant up to 6 months old

  • Father, grandparent, foster parent or caregiver applying for their children

You will need to provide proof of household income, residency and identity. Click here for income eligibility. Families can automatically qualify if they received Medicaid, SNAP or TANF.

You need to be a resident of New York State. WIC doesn’t require citizenship.

To apply for WIC, make an appointment with us. Appointments can be over the phone or in person. WIC staff will help you understand the program and if you are eligible, you can have benefits right away! All information you share is confidential.

If you are eligible for WIC, you will receive:

  • An eWIC benefit card to purchase healthy foods suited to your needs.

  • A health and nutrition assessment for each qualifying member of your family.

  • Nutrition counseling focused on your needs and concerns.

  • Breastfeeding information and support for those interested.

  • Referrals to other programs and services.

  • Flexibility to schedule in-person or remote appointments.

Your First WIC Appointment

You will need to provide via text, email, or drop-off at our office:

  • Proof of identity for you and any child up to age 5 such as a birth certificate, driver’s license, school ID card, or healthcare provider record.

  • Proof of income such as paystubs, SNAP or TANF letters, Medicaid cards, or tax returns.

  • Proof of address such as a rent or mortgage document, utility or cell phone bill, paystub, or a letter from a shelter.

  • WIC offices accept these and many more documents as “proof.”

Apply for WIC

Start the application process online and a WIC specialist will be in touch shortly.

WIC Clinic Locations in Saratoga County

Ballston Spa

Weekly: Monday through Friday
LifeWorks Community Action
39 Bath St., Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Parking and entrance in the back
See on map
Mon, Tues: 7:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Wed, Thurs: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Corinth

3rd Wednesday of the month
Corinth Emergency Squad Building
101 Sherman Ave., Corinth, NY 12822
See on map
9:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

South Glens Falls

2nd Wednesday of the month Moreau Community Center
144 Main Street, So. Glens Falls, NY 12803
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9:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Saratoga Springs

3rd Tuesday of the month St. Clements Church
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
See on map
9:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Mechanicville

2nd Tuesday of the month
Mechanicville Area Community Services Center
6 South Main St., Mechanicville, NY 12118
See on map
9:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Clifton Park

1st Wednesday of the month
King of Kings Lutheran Church
1593 Crescent Rd., Clifton Park, NY 12065
See on map
9:45 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Schuylerville

1st Thursday of the month
Old Saratoga Reformed Church

48 Pearl Street, Schuylerville, NY 12871
See on map
9:45 a.m. -3:30 p.m.

We want to make it convenient to get to your WIC appointment and hold WIC clinics throughout the Saratoga County each month. All appointments, including your initial certification, can be completed at any site. All appointments are being conducted over the phone during COVID.

Main Office: Phone: (518) 288-3232 | Fax: (518) 288-3233

Resources for Moms and Caregivers

LifeWorks has developed resources to help moms and others become confident caregivers and learn more about different services available.

WIC moms are encouraged to breastfeed. Here are some resources to help.

Breastfeeding:

Healthy foods are important! Here are some resources to help:

Other resources:

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