Chickasaw Nation WIC Program Seeks Comments
The Chickasaw Nation is soliciting comments from individuals regarding the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC). Input is needed for development of the state plan of operation for the 2024 fiscal year. These comments must be received by Aug. 10, 2023.
WIC is a federally funded
Chickasaw Nation WIC available to area families
The Chickasaw Nation Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program (WIC) extends its services to families who need encouragement and support in feeding their children. The Chickasaw Nation offers up-to-date specialized nutrition education along with a generous food package for growing children from the prenatal period up to age five.
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