How to Apply

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It’s easy to apply.

Simply call us at 786.336.1300 and schedule your appointment today at the WIC center of your choice.

Our call center is open Monday through Friday 7:15am - 5 p.m.

Talk to a live WIC staff member.

When you call our appointment line, you will speak to a highly trained WIC staff member. They will give you an appointment at the WIC center of your choice and answer any questions you may have about your appointment. 

Our WIC staff members can help you in any language. We can assist clients with hearing and vision impairment. Florida Relay Services (TDX) are available at 1.800.995.8770. 

What to bring to your appointment:

• Each infant and/or child who is applying for WIC services.
• Your child’s health records such as height, weight and iron level (can also be done at the WIC center) and immunization card.
• Identification for you and any infant or child applying for WIC such as a driver’s license, birth certificate, crib card, military ID, photo ID, paychecks/stubs* (*electronic version acceptable), social security card or hospital records.
• Proof of address such as rent receipt, utility bills, paycheck/stub, bank/insurance statement (electronic version acceptable) or driver’s license. You must be living in Florida, but you do not need to be a US citizen or legal resident.
• Proof of household income for the last 30 days such a paycheck/stub, bank statement or unemployment benefits. Electronic versions are acceptable. You are automatically income- eligible If you receive Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), or Food Assistance (SNAP). WIC staff can verify your enrollment in these programs.

For a detailed list of what to bring to your appointment, download the WIC Eligibility Checklist.

What to expect at your in-person WIC appointment.

• You will receive appointment reminders via text with your appointment date and time - Download the TeleWIC Step-by-Step Printable Guide here. 
• For a list of Miami-Dade WIC Center locations, click here.
• Income, identification and health history are reviewed.
• Clients will receive nutrition and breastfeeding counseling from skilled professionals.
• Height, weight and iron levels are reviewed (Screenings can be done in the WIC center or by your medical provider).
• Eating habits and growth charts are discussed.
• An EBT card will be given and most clients will receive 2 – 3 months of food at a time on the card. It can be used right away at any WIC approved store.
• Most appointments take about 1.5 hours. A dry diaper and small toys may be helpful to bring.

What to expect at your virtual TeleWIC appointment.

• TeleWIC/ virtual appointments are for select WIC services - your WIC agent will inform you if your appointment is virtual.
• You will receive appointment reminders via text with your appointment date and time. On the day of your appointment, you will get a link to log in to your video chat TeleWIC appointment - Download the TeleWIC Step-by-Step Printable Guide here. 
• Income, identification and health history may be reviewed.
• Depending on your appointment, you will receive nutrition and breastfeeding counseling via video chat from skilled professionals.
• Height, weight and iron levels are reviewed (if applicable).
• Eating habits and growth charts are discussed.
• Most clients will receive 2 – 3 months of food at a time on the card. It can be used right away at any WIC approved store.
• TeleWIC / virtual appointments will take about 1 hour. 

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