Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) is a health and nutrition program that provides assistance to eligible individuals.
Services include:
WIC is available to the following individuals who meet income eligibility, or are enrolled in Medicaid and/or SNAP/EBT.
How to apply for WIC
Call 248-858-1272 to determine eligibility and make an appointment.
Bring the following to your WIC appointment: ID, Medicaid card and/or proof of income, and proof of pregnancy or birth certificate.
No cost.
Call 248-858-1272 to determine eligibility and make an appointment or complete this form to have someone from the WIC team reach out.
What foods does WIC provide?
WIC may provide eligible clients with the following foods:
How do I receive these foods?
At your first visit, you will receive a Michigan WIC Bridge Card. Your food benefits are deposited on this EBT card to use at participating grocery stores and markets.
What should I bring to my appointment?
What happens at the WIC certification and recertification visit?
You'll be asked for your proof of income, identify, and residency. Health, medical, and nutrition history will be reviewed. Height and weight is measured and an iron test (hemoglobin) may be performed (a quick finger poke).
A nutritionist will share information about health, nutrition, helpful services and answer your questions. You may also talk to our Public Health Nurse, Breastfeeding Peer Counselor and may be offered immunizations. Lastly, you will receive up to 3 months of food benefits.
Please plan at least 1 hour for your visit. Bring your child's favorite toy or books to help make the appointment easier for both you and your child.
How often do I have to go to the WIC office or clinic?
You will visit your WIC office about once a year to recertify for the program. There will also be virtual visits and/or online nutrition education to complete to maintain your food benefits. Not all visits to the WIC clinic require full certification/recertification process above. WIC staff will tell you what you need to bring and what will occur at each visit.
Can a father or foster parent apply for the child?
We welcome fathers, foster parents, and legal guardians to apply for WIC services for an infant or child.
A physician’s prescription for special formula will not be accepted.
Medical Documentation forms must be completed by a physician for infants to receive special WIC formula; for women and children 1 year and older to receive formula; or for customization of WIC foods for women and children with special dietary needs.
These WIC formulas do not require Medical Documentation for infants less than 12 months of age:
Breastfeeding has benefits for both moms and babies.
WIC promotes breastfeeding as the optimal infant feeding choice.
The WIC program provides:
Oakland County WIC breastfeeding peers are available to help you succeed with breastfeeding. There are many ups and downs, but WIC is here every step of the way no matter where you are in your journey. Oakland County offers three different locations to contact breastfeeding peers; you can call the main WIC phone number at 248-858-1272 or the breastfeeding peer’s direct number.
Pontiac
North Oakland Health Center
1200 N. Telegraph Rd, 34E
Pontiac, MI 48341
Breastfeeding Peer Direct Line: 248-318–5603
Southfield
South Oakland Health Center
27725 Greenfield Rd
Southfield, MI 48076
Breastfeeding Peer Direct Line: 947-414–9714
Walled Lake
1010 E. Maple Rd
Walled Lake, MI 48390
Breastfeeding Peer Direct Line: 248-318–5603
If you need breastfeeding help after-hours, contact the WIC breastfeeding peers at 248-202-9712. The breastfeeding peers are available after hours:
Monday & Wednesday: 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Michigan WIC Breastfeeding Warmline: Call or text 833-649-4223 to connect. Available seven days a week from 8:00 am- 8:00 p.m.
Breastfeeding is recommended for at least 12 months or as long as desired by both baby and mom. For more information about how WIC can support you breastfeeding, visit our Breastfeeding page.
Similac Formula Brand Options
FAQs and More Information
Oakland County Health Division's Breastfeeding Class helps you to prepare for your family's new addition. Connect virtually with other pregnant families as we discuss topics such as starting and continuing breastfeeding; breastfeeding benefits and techniques; nutrition and infant feeding cues; bonding tips and building your support system and much more! Let us help you make these the best 9 months as you prepare for your new little one. You've got this, and we've got you!
The group meets 3 times per month. View the 2026 OCHD Breastfeeding Class flyer to view dates, times, and locations. Registration not required.
USDA Nondiscrimination Statement: Food and Nutrition Service
In accordance with federal civil rights law and USDA civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its agencies, offices, employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the state or local agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992.
Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410
Fax: (202) 690-7442; or
Email: program.intake@usda.gov