Green County, MS WIC Office Leakesville

1799 Davis Street
Leakesville, MS - 39451
(601) 394-2391

County: Greene County

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Hours:

• Monday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Tuesday closed
• Wednesday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Thursday closed
• Friday closed
• Saturday closed
• Sunday closed

** Please call to verify all WIC Hours posted on the website as hours change frequently.

Office Information:

    Soybeans: Tofu or tempeh is provided to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women who are vegetarians or vegans.
    Peanut butter or other legumes: Dry beans, peas, or lentils are provided to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and peanut butter or other nut butters are provided to children 2 years and older.
    Cheese: Cheese is provided to children 1 year and older, pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women.
    Eggs: Eggs are provided to pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children.
    Juice: 100% fruit juice for children 1 year and older.
    Fruits and vegetables: Fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables rich in Vitamin C.
    Milk: Whole milk for children 2 years and older, low-fat milk for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and infant formula.
    Cereals: Whole-wheat bread, brown rice, oatmeal, and fortified cereals.
The specific contents of the food packages vary depending on your individual needs and circumstances, such as whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, an infant, or a child. However, here's a general overview of the types of foods you can expect to receive:
Food Packages:

The WIC benefits in Mississippi consist of two main components: nutritious food packages and nutrition education.

    If eligible, you'll receive a WIC Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card to purchase approved food items at authorized grocers.
    You may also receive a health screening and nutrition counseling.
    A WIC representative will need to interview you and verify your documents.
Appointment:

        Proof of participation in other benefit programs (SNAP, Medicaid, etc., if applicable)
        Immunization records for children (if applicable)
        Proof of pregnancy (if applicable)
        Proof of identity (photo ID, birth certificate, etc.)
        Proof of address (utility bill, lease agreement, etc.)
        Proof of income (pay stubs, tax returns, etc.)
    Gather required documents:
    Schedule an appointment: Contact your local clinic and schedule an appointment.
    Apply at this local WIC clinic.
Application Steps:

    Residential: Reside in Mississippi.
    Income: Meets income eligibility requirements (varies based on household size). You can use the pre-screening tool to check: https://wic.fns.usda.gov/wps/pages/preScreenTool.xhtml
    Categorical: Pregnant, breastfeeding postpartum women, infants, and children under 5 years old.
Eligibility:

WIC in Mississippi

The Official WIC program is available to low to moderate income pregnant women, recently delivered women, breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutrition risk. Fathers can also bring their children to apply for WIC. You may apply for WIC if you are working or unemployed. Check the Income Guidelines Table to see if you are eligible for WIC. This website was created for women looking for WIC information and locations. We are also working towards adding other locations and services that may help out women.