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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Macoupin County WIC Department

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Macoupin County WIC Department

Welcome to our WIC page! To get in touch with our breastfeeding peer counselor, please call our WIC office at #217-854-7272.

HOURS OF OPERATION:
MONDAYS: 8:30am - 4:30pm
TUESDAYS: MOBILE UNIT
WEDNESDAYS: 8:30am - 4:30pm
First & Third Wednesday of the month
8:30am - 6pm
THURSDAYS: 8:30am - 4:30pm
FRIDAYS: 8:30am - 4:30pm WIC is a health and nutrition program that helps pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children (up to age five) eat well and stay healthy. You may be eligible for WIC benefits if y

ou:
- Live in Macoupin County or surrounding areas AND
- Meet the income guidelines and/or receive SNAP/TANF/Medicaid benefits AND
- Are pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum mother OR
- Are caring for Infants and Children under 5 years old (including foster children)

WIC services available for qualifying participants include:
- Assessment of nutritional needs
- Nutrition counseling and a variety of learning opportunities
- An EBT card with monthly WIC Approved benefits (Benefits vary depending on certification category)
- Breastfeeding promotion and support
- Hemoglobin Testing
- Immunization services
- Access to Blood Lead Testing and Lead Poisoning Education for eligible participants
- Referral to Car Seat Check Ups by certified car seat technicians
- Referral to Healthy Families Illinois Program which is a home visiting program designed for first time moms.
- Linkage to other important programs
- Referrals to other health and social service agencies such as Maple Street Clinic, Morgan Street Clinic, and Oakland Avenue Clinic
- Access to fluoride varnish treatments for eligible participants

Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
Our breastfeeding peer counselor is available to help with any of your breastfeeding needs. Our breastfeeding peer counselor offers in-person client time, office and home infant weight checks, guidance via call or text, breast pump assistance, and is available 24/7.

07/03/2025

06/25/2025

🍎 🚌 📝Illinois Valley Head Start is now enrolling for their preschool and home-based programs! Contact a Family Advocate to enroll. You can also stop in the WIC office for more information – our team is happy to connect you to Head Start services. 📒🖍📚

06/17/2025

The WIC Mobile Unit will not be in Palmyra today. Please call (217-854-7272) or visit us in Carlinville if you need assistance!

05/26/2025

All Macoupin County Public Health Department offices are closed today in honor of Memorial Day.

~ Maple Street Clinic - Gillespie
~ Macoupin County Public Transportation - Gillespie
~ Oakland Avenue Admin Offices & Clinic - Carlinville
~ Morgan Street Clinic - Carlinville
~ St. Francis Way Clinic - Litchfield
~ Columbian Boulevard Dental Clinic - Litchfield

04/30/2025

Last week, our WIC clinic staff attended the Illinois WIC Training and Education Conference. Staff attended sessions on a variety of topics including food allergies, cooking with WIC foods, and mental health. We enjoyed meeting WIC staff from across Illinois and hearing from other agencies. We are excited to implement what we learned to serve our families!

03/28/2025

It's our last Fact or Fiction of National Nutrition Month! Thanks for following along as we discussed 'Food Connects Us' all month long!

03/26/2025

Sharing a meal is a great opportunity to learn about its preparation, connect with who made it and find out where the ingredients were sourced. Here are a few easy-to-follow tips to make family meals happen more often in your home: https://sm.eatright.org/familymeal

03/24/2025

Nutrition is important for health throughout the lifespan. To wrap up , we are sharing some nutrition tips for all life stages! Be sure to talk to your healthcare provider if you have questions or concerns.

03/21/2025

It's time for another Fact or Fiction! What foods are part of your culture? Check out this link to try breaskfast foods from around the world: https://www.eatright.org/food/planning/meals-and-snacks/try-foods-from-around-the-world-for-breakfast

03/19/2025

During and beyond, include your favorite cultural foods and traditions or try new global flavors.
Check out a few examples of healthful menu items from cultural traditions: https://sm.eatright.org/globalfoods

Address

Carlinville, IL

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday	8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+12178547272

Website

http://mcphd.net/, https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30513

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