To qualify for WIC program, individuals must meet categorical, residential, and financial requirements.
Categorical
Applicants for the NYS WIC Program must be:
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Pregnancy: Can apply for the WIC program as soon as you find out you are pregnant
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Infants or children up to 5 years of age
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Postpartum/Breastfeeding women or Parent/Foster Parent/Guardian/or Caregiver of a child under the age of 5.
Residential
Applicants must be a resident of New York State.
Financial
Applicants must meet income eligibility guidelines (see table below) or receive Medicaid, SNAP (Food Stamps), or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families).
Federal Income Guidelines
See the Federal Income Guidelines
Setup an appointment
In-person or remote appointments available!
Call the WIC office at 716-373-8057 or fill out our contact form and we will get back to you!
Contact Information
Primary Phone: 716-373-8057
Email WIC using our email form
Visit us in the Health Department in the County Building at:
1 Leo Moss Drive
Suite 4010
Olean, New York 14760-1101
WIC Office Hours
1st and 3rd Mondays of the month - 8am-5pm
2nd and 4th Mondays of the month 8am-7pm
Thursdays 8am-5pm
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays 8am-4pm
Note: Public Health Emergencies After Normal Business Hours call 1-800-251-2584.
Contact Information
Kevin D. Watkins, MD, MPH
Public Health Director
1 Leo Moss Drive
Suite 4010
Olean, New York 14760-1101
Primary Phone: 716-373-8050
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:30 pm, except on holidays.
Note: Public Health Emergencies After Normal Business Hours call 1-800-251-2584.
