WIC Program
WIC is a program for pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants, and children younger than 5 and is available in all counties in North Dakota. WIC offers healthy food for proper growth and development and helps families choose healthier ways of eating. WIC gives you nutritional information, counseling, and support. The program offers breastfeeding information and support. It offers health screening and referrals to other services.
Locations and Hours
| Belcourt WIC | Rolla WIC | Dunseith WIC |
|---|---|---|
| Located in Belcourt Hospital Moonlight Drive Highway 5 Belcourt, ND 58316 |
114 3rd St NE Rolla, ND 58367 |
15 Main Street North Dunseith, ND 58329 |
| Monday-Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM (701) 477-6436 |
Every Thursday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (701) 477-5646 |
Tuesday, Wednesday 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM (701) 244-5187 |
To be eligible for WIC
1. You must be a:
- pregnant woman;
- breastfeeding woman (up to one year after giving birth)
- new mother (up to six months after giving birth)
- parent, guardian or caretaker who has an infant or child younger than 5 years of age
AND
2. You must have a nutritional health risk.
- The WIC Staff will be able to find a risk by checking your height, weight and iron level and having you answer some health and diet questions.
AND
3. Your annual household income must be within WIC Guidelines.
- Guidelines are based on gross income unless you are self-employed. Note: You may have a job and still meet these guidelines. If you receive Medicaid or Snap Benefits, you are automatically eligible for the WIC Program.
For more information on eligibility and services, visit the
North Dakota Department of Health WIC web page
Additional Resources
WIC Since 1974 — The Foundation of Healthy Families
Infant Participation
50%
Over half of the infants in the US participate in WIC.
Breastfeeding Support
2 out of 3
WIC moms initiate breastfeeding.
