The Woman, Infant, and Children program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education, health referrals, and breastfeeding support.
Existing Participants
Milk Depot
The Will County WIC is now a milk depot for the Western Great Lakes Mothers’ Milk Bank!
Women, Infants, and Children Supplement Nutrition Program (WIC) provides food, nutrition counseling and referrals to help caregivers until their child’s fifth birthday.
Healthy Food
Fresh fruits & vegetables, milk, cheese, cereal, peanut butter, eggs, and more!
Nutrition Education
Shopping guidance
Prenatal nutrition tips
Kid-friendly recipes
Personalized nutrition counseling
Breastfeeding Support
Support & education
Lactation support
Classes & info
Care Beyond WIC
Referrals to medical services, Medicaid/SNAP, substance/drug abuse, smoking cessation, immunizations, lead screening, Head Start.
To become eligible for Illinois WIC, an applicant must meet the following requirements listed below:
You must be an Illinois resident who is/are:
- Pregnant
- Breastfeeding (up to baby’s 1st birhday)
- Non-breastfeeding postpartum (up to 6 months)
- Infants and children (up to their 5th birthday)
Sign Up Today
Together, we’ve got this!
1. Check your eligibility.
2. Provide us with your contact info here.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
- Proof of identity for you and your child
- Proof of household income
- Immunization record for infants and children
Remember, your child must attend your first appointment.
What should I expect?
During your first appointment, a WIC representative will walk you through the eligibility process to ensure you meet the criteria.
Your representative will:
- Conduct a health assessment
- Provide opportunities to discuss nutrition and health concerns
- Provide monthly benefits and education that will help you with your food budget
The Will County WIC is now a milk depot for the Western Great Lakes Mothers’ Milk Bank!
The milk donated to Milk Bank WGL provides over 90 hospitals throughout Wisconsin and Illinois with nutritious breast milk for thousands of families.
Milk Bank WGL is the only non-profit HMBANA Accredited milk bank serving Wisconsin and Illinois. Learn more about the amazing organization on their website!
Resources for Existing Will County WIC Participants
WIC EBT Card Help
If you need further assistance with your WIC EBT card, please call us at 815-727-8524.
Have a suggestion on how we can better assist you? Please submit a comment in the suggestion box below! We appreciate your input.
Get more information on the WIC Program
To get more information or to enroll in the WIC program, please fill out the form below to have a WIC staff member contact you.
WIC Program
Nondiscrimination statements
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
The WIC program is available at our locations in Joliet, Bolingbrook, and Monee, Illinois.
Call 815-727-8524 for questions or appointments.
JOLIET
MAIN OFFICE
501 Ella Ave.
Joliet, IL 60433
ph: 815-727-8524
Hours
Mon., Tues., Thur., *Fri.
8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Wed.
10:30 am – 6: 15 pm
*Please Note: Office is closed the Third Friday of each month.
BOLINGBROOK
NORTHERN BRANCH
323 Quadrangle Dr. Door B
Bolingbrook, IL 60440
ph: 630-679-7010
Hours
Mon., Tues., Thur., *Fri.
8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Wed.
10:30 am – 6: 15 pm
*Please Note: Office is closed the Third Friday of each month.
MONEE
EASTERN BRANCH
5601 W. Monee-Manhattan Rd. Ste. 110
Monee, IL 60449
ph: 708-534-5777
Hours
Tuesdays
8:30 am – 4:15 pm
Please call for appointments on Mon.
(8:30 am – 4:15 pm)
Wed.
(10:30 am – 6:15 pm).