Fresno WIC Program

WIC Referrals

Nutrition is essential for women, infants, and children to grow, develop, and lead healthy lives. The Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program is a government-funded program that provides nutrition education, healthy food, and support services to low-income families. This program helps to ensure that women, infants, and children receive the nutrients they need to thrive and reach their full potential.

Pediatricians play a critical role in the WIC Program by referring eligible families to the program. By making a referral, pediatricians can help families access the resources they need to support their children's health and nutrition.

The WIC Program provides a wide range of benefits to eligible families, including:

  • Access to healthy and nutritious food: The WIC Program provides food vouchers to eligible families to help them purchase healthy foods such as milk, cheese, eggs, whole grains, and fresh produce.
  • Nutrition education: The WIC Program offers education and counseling to help families understand the importance of good nutrition for growth and development. This education can help families make healthier food choices for their children.
  • Support services: The WIC Program offers support services such as breastfeeding support and referrals to other health and social services.

Pediatricians can help families access these benefits by referring them to the WIC Program. By doing so, pediatricians can help families ensure that their children receive the nutrition they need to grow, develop, and thrive.

In conclusion, the WIC Program is a critical resource for low-income families and pediatricians play a vital role in connecting families to this program. By making a referral, pediatricians can help families access the resources they need to support their children's health and nutrition. Visit the official WIC website today to learn more about the WIC Program and how pediatrician referrals can help.


WIC is a vital support system that ensures eligible women, infants, and children have access to nutritious foods, breastfeeding assistance, and essential healthcare services. We understand the significance of proper nutrition during critical stages of life. We dedicate ourselves to offering you and your family the necessary resources for a healthy and well-balanced diet. By collaborating with WIC for family referrals, we aim to promote the general well-being of women and children in our community.

A WIC referral is a recommendation made by healthcare providers, including pediatricians at CMC Fresno, to aid families with the enrollment protocols of the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program. WIC provides nutrition education, healthy food, and support services to eligible individuals and families.

CMC Fresno can assist families by providing WIC referrals. If you are eligible for WIC benefits, our pediatricians can complete the necessary WIC referral form, ensuring that you receive the proper support and resources through the WIC program.

In Fresno, you can find WIC stores or WIC-authorized grocery stores throughout the city. These locations are where you can redeem your WIC benefits for healthy foods and receive nutrition education. CMC Fresno can provide you with information on nearby WIC stores and help you navigate the process.

To obtain a WIC referral from CMC Fresno, schedule an appointment with one of our pediatricians. During the visit, inform the healthcare provider about your interest in WIC benefits, and they will assist you by completing the WIC referral form to initiate the process.

Yes, there is a specific WIC referral form for pediatric patients. It ensures that families with young children receive appropriate WIC benefits and services tailored to their specific needs. Our pediatricians at CMC Fresno are familiar with this form and can help complete it for you.

No, WIC referrals and medical referrals are not the same. WIC referrals specifically connect families to the WIC program for nutrition support, while medical referrals typically involve the recommendation of healthcare services or specialists for specific medical conditions or treatments.

Obtaining a WIC referral through CMC Fresno offers several benefits. It ensures that you receive access to essential nutrition education, healthy food options, and support services through the WIC program. Additionally, Our pediatricians can help you with any questions or concerns you have concerning the WIC program.

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