WIC
WIC Provides:
- Client centered nutrition education stressing physical activity and obesity prevention
- Breastfeeding promotion, education, support and breast pumps
- Nutritious foods high in protein, iron, calcium and vitamins critical for proper growth
- Revised food package including fruits, vegetable, whole grains and more
- Referrals to healthcare and social services
- A package of nutrients designed to promote best growth
Eligibility Guidelines and Referral Information
- Health screening medical referrals
- Immunizations classes
- Nutritional assessments breastfeeding help
The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) estimates that there are more than 5,000 Nueces County residents who are eligible for, but not receiving, WIC services.
If you live in Nueces County and are pregnant, a new mother or a child younger than 5 years of age, please consider a referral to Driscoll WIC.
Services
- Health screenings
- Medical referrals
- Classes
- Nutritional assessments
- Breastfeeding help
- A package of nutrients designed to promote best growth
Income Guidelines
| Family Size | Weekly | Monthly | Annually |
| 1 | $459 | $1,986 | $23,828 |
| 2 | $620 | $2,686 | $32,227 |
| 3 | $782 | $3,386 | $40,626 |
| 4 | $943 | $4,086 | $49,025 |
| 5 | $1,105 | $4,786 | $57,424 |
| 6 | $1,266 | $5,486 | $65,823 |
| Each additional family member | Approx. +$162 | Approx. +$700 | Approx. +$8,399 |
Revised 5/27/21
WIC Locations
Driscoll Children’s Hospital WIC Program operates one full-time clinic, six part-time clinics and several mobile clinic sites located throughout Nueces County. Hours of operation are reviewed semi-annually and adjusted as indicated by appointment trends. To help meet the needs of students and working families, 20 percent of Driscoll’s WIC’s scheduled hours are offered after 5 p.m.
Click here to find a WIC location or call Driscoll Children's Hospital WIC Program to find a clinic near you:
- Corpus Christi - (361) 694-6767
- Robstown - (361) 767-7777
- Annaville/Callalen area - (361) 242-2458
Referral Options
- Email Driscoll WIC at DCHWIC.referrals@dchstx.org
- Fax a referral to Driscoll WIC at (361) 851-6868
- Refer to another WIC program in the area
- Breastfeeding hotline: (361) 537-0084
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Contact Information
4141 S. Staples St., Ste. 403
Phone: (361) 694-6767
Fax: (361) 851-6868
For TTY Deaf Messaging, connect to TTY Interpretation by dialing (800) 735-2989.