

Since 1989 WIC recognizes adjunctive eligibility, making HUSKY A clients automatically income-eligible for WIC. Income eligibility: WIC & Medicaid/HUSKY A have the same income eligibility requirements. nutritional assessment & education breastfeeding promotion and support referrals to health care and social services and checks for specific nutritious foods to supplement diets.Ĥ Who is eligible? Categorical eligibility: pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, and infants and children up to age 5 (5th birthday). WIC is a discretionary – NOT an entitlement – program Mission: to safeguard the health of low-income pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, and infants and children up to age 5, who are at nutritional risk. Coleman-Mitchell, Community Health & Prevention Section (CHAPS) Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants & Children (WIC) Interim State Director Marjorie Chambers WIC Authorized Vendors: Grocery Retailers, Pharmacies & Farmers 12 Local Agencies: Full-time Offices & Satellite Clinics > 54,000 Participants Presentation to the MAPOC (Medical Assistance Program Oversight Council) Marjorie Chambers, Interim State WIC Director Kim Boulette, WIC Vendor Specialist Hartford, Legislative Office Building, Room 1E November 8, 9:30 amĢ State of Connecticut Department of Public HealthĬommissioner Dr.
