
BOISE, Idaho (CBS2) — Central District Health is partnering with the Boise School District to present a pilot program offering free WIC clinics at elementary schools to support families qualifying for the program.
WIC (Women, Infants and Children) is a federally funded nutrition program for pregnant women, new mothers, infants and children up to five years old. The program promotes healthy lifestyles and provides nutritious supplemental foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education and referrals to health care services at no cost to eligible families.
"With this partnership, we hope to make it easier for families living within the Boise School District to access WIC services, whether it is to register for the program or to do follow-up visits," said Kristi Lakatos, CDH WIC outreach coordinator. "About half of the families who qualify for WIC don't apply, and we want to help change that."
The first WIC clinic occurred at Taft Elementary School on Jan. 19 and will continue there every month, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Feb. 9, March 8, April 12 and May 10. People who want an appointment can sign up in advance. Walk-ins are also welcome.
CDH established a similar partnership with West Ada School District in 2023 and currently offers clinics 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Thursday at the Community Resources building in Meridian Elementary School.
To schedule your appointment, call 208-327-7400. To learn more about WIC or see if you qualify, click HERE.
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