CVS does not accept WIC checks. WIC is a federal assistance program that provides funds to purchase food for pregnant women, new mothers, and children up to the age of five. WIC checks can be used at most grocery stores, but they cannot be used at pharmacies like CVS. If you are a WIC participant, you can use your checks to purchase infant formula, baby food, milk, cereal, fruits, and vegetables. You can also use your checks to purchase WIC-approved vitamins and minerals.
WIC Payment Options in Texas
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federal program that provides nutrition assistance to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and children under age 5. In Texas, WIC benefits can be used to purchase authorized food items at participating grocery stores and farmers’ markets.
CVS Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy does not accept WIC checks directly but offers an alternative payment option for WIC participants. Customers can purchase WIC-eligible items at any CVS location and pay with their WIC eWIC card, issued by the Texas WIC program, or use a personal payment card and request a WIC check be mailed to their address.
Other Payment Options
In addition to WIC eWIC cards and personal payment, WIC participants in Texas can also use the following payment options:
- WIC checks issued by local WIC agencies
- Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) checks
- Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) checks
Participating Grocery Stores
The following grocery stores and farmers’ markets accept WIC benefits in Texas:
| Store | Payment Options |
|---|---|
| Albertsons | WIC checks, eWIC |
| Fiesta Mart | WIC checks, eWIC |
| H-E-B | WIC checks, eWIC, FMNP |
| Randall’s | WIC checks, eWIC |
| Tom Thumb | WIC checks, eWIC |
| Whole Foods Market | WIC checks, eWIC, SFMNP |
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Participating Stores Accepting WIC in Texas
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federal program that provides nutrition assistance to low-income pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding women, infants, and children up to age 5. WIC benefits can be used to purchase healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, milk, and cheese. In Texas, WIC benefits are accepted at a variety of grocery stores, including many CVS locations.
- CVS Pharmacy locations that accept WIC in Texas can be found using the store locator on the CVS website.
- To use WIC benefits at CVS, you will need to present your WIC card at the checkout counter.
- CVS accepts WIC benefits for the purchase of the following food items:
| Food Item | WIC Benefit Allowance |
|---|---|
| Fruits and vegetables | Up to $47 per month for pregnant women, $44 per month for postpartum women, and $35 per month for infants and children |
| Whole grains | Up to $12 per month for pregnant women, $10 per month for postpartum women, and $9 per month for infants and children |
| Milk | Up to $35 per month for pregnant women, $33 per month for postpartum women, and $24 per month for infants and children |
| Cheese | Up to $17 per month for pregnant women, $16 per month for postpartum women, and $13 per month for infants and children |
| Eggs | Up to $24 per month for pregnant women, $22 per month for postpartum women, and $18 per month for infants and children |
| Peanut butter | Up to $9 per month for pregnant women, $8 per month for postpartum women, and $7 per month for infants and children |
| Canned fish | Up to $12 per month for pregnant women, $11 per month for postpartum women, and $10 per month for infants and children |
| Beans | Up to $9 per month for pregnant women, $8 per month for postpartum women, and $7 per month for infants and children |
| Soymilk | Up to $12 per month for pregnant women, $11 per month for postpartum women, and $10 per month for infants and children |
| Infant formula | Up to $120 per month for infants under 1 year old |
| Baby food | Up to $35 per month for infants and children up to age 5 |
Benefits and Eligibility for WIC in Texas
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutrition education, healthy foods, and breastfeeding support to low-income pregnant women, postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are at nutritional risk.
Eligibility
To be eligible for WIC in Texas, you must:
- Meet income guidelines
- Be pregnant, breastfeeding, postpartum, or have a child under 5 years old
- Be determined to be at nutritional risk by a health professional
Benefits
WIC provides the following benefits to eligible participants:
- Healthy foods, such as fruits, vegetables, whole grains, milk, and eggs
- Nutrition education
- Breastfeeding support
- Referrals to other health and social services
| Household Size | Gross Monthly Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $2,139 |
| 2 | $2,872 |
| 3 | $3,605 |
| 4 | $4,338 |
| Each additional household member | Add $733 |
Well, my fellow Texans, there you have it! Now you know the ins and outs of using WIC at your local CVS. Remember, it’s not just about getting your hands on formula and food; it’s also about taking care of your little one’s health and well-being. Thanks for hanging out with me today. If you have any more questions, don’t hesitate to give me another shout. Until next time, keep those healthy habits in check and stay tuned for more exciting content!