The New Jersey State WIC Program (Women, Infants’ and Children), a supplemental nutrition program for pregnant and breastfeeding women and children up to the age of 5 years, who qualify, have released the new income guidelines, effective July 1, 2016. Any family who is interesting in applying for the WIC Program can call 732-341-9700, ext. 7520 in Toms River, 732-370-0122 in Lakewood, or 609-978-2500 in Manahawkin for an appointment,” said Ocean County Freeholder Deputy Director Gerry P. Little, Liaison to the Ocean County Board of Health.

Daniel E. Regenye, Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) Public Health Coordinator, said the WIC Program Income Eligibility Standards are based on the Federal Department of Health and Human Services Income Poverty Guidelines effective July 1, 2016. The specific income guidelines can be viewed on the OCHD website at www.ochd.org or by calling any of the above telephone numbers. The Ocean County Health Department is an equal opportunity provider.

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