Maryland WIC: The Complete Guide
WIC is a government program for women, infants, and children. This program also helps pregnant people and families. The program is designed to help people eat well, stay healthy, improve well-being, and provide breastfeeding support.
What is Maryland WIC?
Maryland WIC is a nutrition education, breastfeeding support, healthy supplemental food, and health referral program for Maryland residents. Maryland WIC helps ensure families have access to the resources they need to thrive and build a strong foundation for lifelong health and development during their early years.
Who qualifies for WIC in Maryland?
You may qualify for Maryland WIC if you:
- Live in Maryland
- Are pregnant
- Are a new mother
- Up to one year after your baby’s birth, if you breastfeed
- Up to 6 months after your baby’s birth, if you do not breastfeed
- Are a child, from birth up to 5 years old
- Are a caregiver of young children
- Have a nutritional need
- Meet income guidelines
It’s important to know that you can get WIC benefits if you:
- Have a job or are unemployed
- Own a home or live with friends or relatives
- Are married or single
- Are a father, mother, guardian, or grandparent and apply for benefits for an infant or child under the age of 5
What is included in Maryland WIC benefits?
- Food benefits to purchase healthy foods from a WIC-authorized shopping list
- Assistance identifying locations for care while pregnant
- Vaccinations for your child
- Breastfeeding support and tips
What type of breastfeeding support does WIC Maryland offer?
WIC Maryland offers:
- Peer counselors who are successful breastfeeding people trained to support others on their breastfeeding journey.
- Lactation consultants who can provide support for more complex breastfeeding issues.
- Support groups to meet other mothers and check your baby’s weight.
- Breast pumps, if available.
- Individual appointments to address any breastfeeding concerns.
- Classes on breastfeeding and baby behavior.
How do I apply for WIC in Maryland?
To apply for WIC, you must call and make an appointment. You will have to go to the office in your county in person for your appointment.
Use the table below to find the phone number for the WIC office in your county.
It is important to know that everyone applying for WIC benefits must go to the first appointment. This includes infants and children.
Where can I find a WIC office near me in Maryland?
Be sure to check the WIC office website for days and hours of operation, as they do vary by location.
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| Allegany County | 12501 Willowbrook Rd. Cumberland, MD 21502 |
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| Anne Arundel County | Annapolis Health Center 3 Harry S. Truman Parkway Annapolis, MD 21401 North County Health Services 791 Aquahart Rd. Glen Burnie, MD 21061 |
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| Baltimore City (Health Department) | City Hall – Room 250 100 N. Holliday St. Baltimore, MD 21202 |
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| Baltimore City (Johns Hopkins) | Park West Medical Center 3319 W. Belvedere Ave. Baltimore, MD 21215 Adventure Dental and Vision 1253 W. Pratt St. Baltimore, MD 21223 Belair/Edison Baltimore Medical Systems 3120 Erdman Ave. Baltimore, MD 21213 Cherry Hill Shopping Center 634 Cherry Hill Rd. Baltimore, MD 21225 Dru/Mondawnin Healthy Families 2100 Eutaw Place Baltimore, MD 21217 Eastern Ave. 3732 Eastern Ave. Baltimore, MD 21224 Enoch Pratt Library Brooklyn Branch 300 E. Patapsco Ave. Baltimore, MD 21230 Gilmor Homes 1515 Vincent Ct. Baltimore, MD 21217 Hampden Family Center 1104 W. 36th St. Baltimore, MD 21211 JAI Medical Center 4340 Park Heights Ave. Baltimore, MD 21215 Johns Hopkins Hospital 600 N. Wolfe St. – Carnegie Building, Room 267 Baltimore, MD 21287 Judy Center at Commodore Johns Rogers Elementary/Middle School 100 N. Chester St. Baltimore, MD 21231 Judy Center at Curtis Bay Elementary/Middle School 4301 W. Bay Ave. Baltimore, MD 21225 Judy Center at Lakeland Elementary/Middle School Lakeland STEAM Center 2921 Stranden Rd. Baltimore, MD 21230 The Alameda Shopping Center Adventure Dental and Orthodontics 5632 The Alameda Baltimore, MD 21239 Baltimore County |
6401 York Rd., Third Floor |
Baltimore, MD 21212 Calvert County |
975 Solomons Island Rd. |
Prince Frederick, MD 20678 Caroline County |
403 S. 7th St. |
Denton, MD 21629 First Church of God 101 Bloomingdale Ave. Federalsburg, MD 21632 |
| Carroll County | 290 South Center St. Westminster, MD 21157 |
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| Cecil County | 401 Bow St. Elkton, MD 21921 |
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| Charles County | 4545 Crain Highway White Plains, MD 20695 |
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| Dorchester County | 7 Cedar St. Cambridge, MD 21613 |
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| Frederick County | 350 Montevue Lane Entrance B Frederick, MD 21702 |
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| Garrett County | 1025 Memorial Drive Oakland, MD 21550 |
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| Grantsville Residents | Grantsville Outreach Center 28 Hershberger Lane Grantsville, MD 21536 |
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| Harford County | Swan Creek 2027 Pulaski Highway, Suite 107 Havre de Grace, MD 21078 Edgewood 1321 Woodbridge Station Way Edgewood, MD 21040 Bel Air 1 N. Main St. Bel Air, MD 21014 |
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| Howard County | Columbia Health Center 8930 Stanford Blvd. Columbia, MD 21045 North Laurel Health Center 9411 Whiskey Bottom Rd. Laurel, MD 20723 |
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| Kent County | 151 Dixon Drive, Suite 2 Chestertown, MD 21620 |
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| Montgomery County (CCI) | Gaithersburg 220 Girard St., Suite 100-B Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Rockville 2 Taft Court, Suite 200 Rockville, MD 20850 Silver Spring 8630 Fenton St., Suite 1200 Silver Spring, MD 20910 Takoma Park 7676 New Hampshire Ave. Takoma Park, MD 20912 Wheaton 2730 University Blvd. West, Suite LL10 (Lower level) Wheaton, MD 20902 |
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| Prince George’s County (Health Department) | Andrews AFB 1191 Menoher Drive Andrews AFB, 20762 Cheverly 3003 Hospital Drive, 2nd Floor Cheverly, MD 20785 Central Ave 7836 Central Ave. Landover, MD 20785 Clinton 9314 Piscataway Rd., Lower level Clinton, MD 20735 Hyattsville 6525 Belcrest Rd., #280 Hyattsville, MD 20783 Laurel 13900 Laurel Lakes Ave., 3220 Laurel MD 20707 |
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| Prince George’s County (Greenbelt Area) | Greenway 7474 Greenway Center Drive, Suite 300 Greenbelt, MD 20770 Ora Glen 7615 Ora Glen Drive Greenbelt, MD 20770 |
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| Prince George’s County (Greater Baden) | Andrews AFB 1191 Menoher Drive Andrews AFB, 20762 Cheverly 3003 Hospital Drive, 2nd Floor Cheverly, MD 20785 Central Ave 7836 Central Ave. Landover, MD 20785 Clinton 9314 Piscataway Rd., Lower level Clinton, MD 20735 Hyattsville 6525 Belcrest Rd., #280 Hyattsville, MD 20783 Laurel 13900 Laurel Lakes Ave., 3220 Laurel MD 20707 |
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| Queen Anne’s County | 206 N. Commerce St. Centreville, MD 21617 |
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| Somerset County | 8928 Sign Post Rd., Suite 2 Westover, MD 21871 |
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| St. Mary’s County | 21580 Peabody St. Leonardtown, MD 20650 |
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| Talbot County | 510 Cadmus Lane Easton, MD 21601 |
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| Washington County | 947 N Burhans Blvd. Hagerstown, MD 21742 |
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| Wicomico County | 801 N. Salisbury Blvd., Suite 103 Salisbury, MD 21801 |
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| Worcester County | 400-A Walnut St. Pocomoke City, MD 21851 Berlin Head Start 130 Flower St. Berlin, MD 21811 |
What do I need to bring with me to my appointment?
You need to show proof of household by bringing at least one of the following documents:
- Recent pay stubs or benefit letter: SSI, Social Security, unemployment
- Medical Assistance card
- Independence Card with register receipt (no more than 30 days old)
- Your most recent tax return
You need to show one form of photo identification for each person you want to receive WIC benefits, including all children and infants:
- Birth certificate
- Driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration identification card
- Social Security card
- Picture identification (government, school, or employer-issued)
You will need to show proof of address by bringing at least one of the following documents:
- Driver’s license or Motor Vehicle Administration identification card
- An official bill (like a utility bill) or statement (such as a bank or credit card statement)
- Copy of your lease
Some people may be asked to bring additional documents. When you make your appointment, ask if you will need to provide the following:
- Proof of pregnancy
- Immunization record (for infants and children)
- WIC referral
What happens at the first appointment?
At your first WIC appointment, you will apply for WIC using the documents you bring.
At the same appointment, WIC staff will also:
- Conduct a nutrition and health assessment
- Discuss your health and nutrition goals and concerns with you
- If you’re pregnant, talk with you about your breastfeeding options
- Educate you about your monthly benefits and help you maximize your food budget
- Make referrals for other medical and social services
Where can I get more information about Maryland WIC?
To learn more about Maryland WIC, visit:
- Maryland WIC
- Downland the Maryland WIC app from iTunes or Google Play
Frequently Asked Questions about Maryland WIC
How much does Maryland WIC pay per month?
In Maryland, WIC participants receive different monthly benefits based on their status as a child, pregnant person, or breastfeeding mother.
How do I get WIC if my income is too high?
You must meet qualification guidelines to get WIC benefits. Getting breastfeeding, food, and health support through certain Medicaid programs is possible.
How soon can you get WIC when you are pregnant?
You can apply for WIC as soon as you become pregnant.
How long does WIC last?
How long someone receives WIC benefits depends on their circumstances, such as breastfeeding status and a child’s age.
What stores accept WIC in Maryland?
To see what stores accept WIC, download the Maryland WIC app from iTunes or Google Play or visit https://www.wicstorelocator.com/st/maryland and search by city or town.
What formula does WIC cover in Maryland?
Maryland WIC covers any brand, type, and size of infant formula.
Are you missing out on free health care?
Medicaid and Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP) offer free or low-cost health insurance coverage to adults under 65 and uninsured children under 19. The only way to know if you are eligible for Medicaid is to apply.
You can apply:
- online at www.marylandhealthconnection.gov
- by downloading the free mobile app, EnrollMHC
- by visiting a local connector entity, health department, or department of social service
- by calling 1-855-642-8572 (TTY: 1-855-642-8573)
When you apply for Medicaid, you will be asked to choose Managed Care Organization (MCO).
Make sure to select Maryland Physicians Care.
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