106 W North St Cortez CO, 81321 Phone: 9705653056

Description

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) serves to ensure the health of income-eligible pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women, infants, and children under 5 years of age by providing:

  • An eWIC debit card to purchase free, healthy foods
  • Personalized nutrition information
  • Referrals to community services
  • Breastfeeding support, including:
    • Breast pumps and supplies
    • Lactation experts and breastfeeding peer counselors
    • Support groups
    • Classes

Services

Areas Served

Montezuma County

Eligibility

Individuals must:

  • Live in Colorado
  • Be 1 of the following:
    • Currently pregnant
    • Breastfeeding a baby less than 12 months old
    • Pregnant within the past 6 months
    • Aged under 5 and under
    • The father, grandparent, foster parent, or guardian of a child under 5 years of age
  • Meet income guidelines (as defined below)

If a household member is receiving Medicaid, TANF, SNAP or FDPIR (Food Distribution Program on Indian Reservations), individuals may be automatically income-eligible for WIC. If no one in the household participates in any of these programs, the households gross income (before taxes), must be at or below the amounts listed below. If the household income is slightly above the guidelines, contact a WIC clinic to discuss potential eligibility.


Income Eligibility Requirements (July 1st, 2026 June 30th, 2027)

Household Size - Gross Monthly Income Limits

1 - $2,461

2 - $3,337

3 - $4,212

4 - $5,088

5 - $5,964

6 - $6,839

7 - $7,715

8 - $8,591

Each Additional Person: Add $876

Individuals who are pregnant may count as a 2 person household.

Application Process

Visit the following link to schedule an appointment with the nearest clinic: coloradowic.gov/find-wic-clinic. Clients may also visit the following link to request a call from a WIC clinic: coloradowicsignup.com. A WIC staff member will contact the client within 10 days to see if they qualify and help set up an appointment.