WIC program
Coverage of WIC program in the Nexus archive.
- Open Health expands access to care with new WIC program in Denham Springs
Open Health Care Clinic is expanding access to care through a new WIC program in Denham Springs and celebrating National Health Center Week by emphasizing its mission to make healthcare more affordable and accessible.
- Roundup: New robotaxis to hit the road / Mortgage rates climb / New WIC system
Amazon-owned Zoox has received federal approval to launch paid robotaxi rides with purpose-built autonomous vehicles. U.S. mortgage rates reached a 12-month high of 6.66%, slowing the housing market. Louisiana is implementing a new online WIC benefits system to improve access and convenience.
- Uptown Farmers Market marks seven years with food access focus
The Uptown Farmers Market celebrates its seventh anniversary on July 18 with a 'Our Community Table' event featuring food giveaways, nutrition workshops, and expanded financial matches for food assistance programs. The nonprofit market, located at 300 S. Davidson St., aims to support local growers, provide health education, and combat food insecurity in Charlotte through initiatives like Senior Nutrition Vouchers, SNAP matching, and WIC program participation.
- Mecklenburg County WIC families get farmers market produce boost
Mecklenburg County WIC participants can now use $30 electronic benefits to purchase fresh produce at three local farmers markets, matched by an additional $30 from the county's Food Security Program. The initiative runs through October and partners with programs like SNAP Double Bucks and the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, while CATS offers free rides to northern markets for SNAP users.
- Louisiana sent back $111 million meant to feed mothers and babies, audit finds
A Louisiana audit found the state returned $111 million in unused federal WIC benefits from 2021-24, ranking 50th nationally for participation. The audit highlights barriers like limited clinic hours, insufficient outreach, and lack of mobile clinics, urging expansion to improve access for low-income mothers and babies.
- Louisiana could do more to connect mothers, young children with food aid, audit finds
A Louisiana audit found nearly half of federal WIC food assistance for low-income mothers and children went unredeemed, with over $111 million returned to the USDA. The report recommends expanding access through mobile clinics, off-site appointments, and additional WIC clinics in underserved parishes to address barriers like limited hours and outreach efforts.
- Food help: A guide to programs that help put food on the table
The article outlines various local, state, and federal programs in Tennessee that provide food assistance, including Second Harvest Food Bank, Meals on Wheels, SNAP, CSFP, Summer EBT, and WIC. These programs offer groceries, meals, and nutrition support for seniors, families, and individuals in need.