WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) is a government-funded program that provides food assistance to pregnant women, new mothers, and children up to age 5. WIC participants can use their WIC benefits to purchase a variety of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, milk, cheese, and infant formula. CVS Pharmacy accepts WIC benefits at most of its locations. To use your WIC benefits at CVS, you will need to present your WIC card at the checkout counter. The cashier will then swipe your card and deduct the cost of your WIC-eligible purchases from your balance. You can use your WIC benefits to purchase as many WIC-eligible items as you need, up to the amount of your WIC balance.
Participating WIC Locations
CVS Pharmacy participates in the WIC program in select locations. To find out if your local CVS accepts WIC, you can call the store directly or use the WIC Store Locator on the USDA website:
Once you have found a participating WIC location, you will need to present your WIC card at the time of purchase. The WIC card will be scanned, and the eligible WIC items will be deducted from your balance.
Note that not all CVS locations participate in the WIC program. It is important to check with your local store before shopping to ensure that they accept WIC.
Here are some additional things to keep in mind when using WIC at CVS:
- You must have a valid WIC card to purchase WIC items.
- You can only purchase WIC-eligible items with your WIC card.
- You cannot use your WIC card to purchase non-food items.
- You cannot use your WIC card to purchase WIC items online.
| CVS WIC Locations | Contact | |
|---|---|---|
| CVS Pharmacy | 123 Main Street, Anytown, CA 12345 | (555) 123-4567 |
| CVS Pharmacy | 456 Elm Street, Anytown, CA 12345 | (555) 234-5678 |
| CVS Pharmacy | 789 Pine Street, Anytown, CA 12345 | (555) 345-6789 |
Eligible WIC Products
The WIC program provides a variety of food items to eligible participants, including:
- Milk
- Cheese
- Eggs
- Peanut butter
- Cereal
- Juice
- Fruits and vegetables
- Whole grains
Participants can use their WIC benefits to purchase these items at authorized grocery stores and farmers’ markets. CVS Pharmacy is an authorized WIC vendor in many states.
How to Use WIC at CVS
To use WIC at CVS, you will need to bring your WIC card and a government-issued ID to the store. You can then select the eligible WIC products you want to purchase and present your card to the cashier. The cashier will swipe your card and deduct the cost of the items from your WIC balance.
Benefits of Using WIC
There are many benefits to using WIC, including:
- Provides access to healthy food for pregnant women, new mothers, and children
- Helps to improve nutrition and health outcomes
- Reduces the risk of chronic diseases, such as obesity and diabetes
- Saves money on groceries
If you are eligible for WIC, we encourage you to take advantage of this valuable program. Using WIC can help you and your family to get the healthy food you need to thrive.
WIC-Eligible Products at CVS
| Category | Eligible Products |
|---|---|
| Dairy | Milk, cheese, yogurt |
| Produce | Fruits, vegetables |
| Whole Grains | Bread, cereal, pasta |
| Protein | Meat, fish, beans, eggs |
| Other | Juice, peanut butter |
Payment Process at CVS
CVS pharmacies accept various payment methods, including both traditional and digital options. The following is a detailed explanation of the payment process at CVS:
- Cash: Customers can pay for their purchases using cash at any CVS pharmacy.
- Debit Cards: CVS accepts most major debit cards, such as Visa, Mastercard, and American Express.
- Credit Cards: CVS accepts most major credit cards, including Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
- CVS Gift Cards: Customers can use CVS gift cards to make purchases at any CVS pharmacy.
- ExtraCare Rewards Card: Customers who are members of the CVS ExtraCare Rewards program can use their rewards card to earn points and discounts on purchases.
- Apple Pay: CVS accepts Apple Pay as a contactless payment method.
- Google Pay: CVS accepts Google Pay as a contactless payment method.
- Samsung Pay: CVS accepts Samsung Pay as a contactless payment method.
In addition to the above payment methods, CVS also offers the following options for paying online or over the phone:
| Payment Method | Details |
|---|---|
| CVS.com: | Customers can pay for online purchases using a credit card, debit card, or PayPal. |
| CVS Pharmacy App: | Customers can pay for refills and other purchases using a credit card or debit card. |
| CVS Pharmacies over the Phone: | Customers can pay for prescription refills over the phone using a credit card or debit card. |
WIC Store Guidelines
WIC is a supplemental nutrition program
that provides food and nutrition education to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and children up to the age of 5. WIC is federally funded and administered by state and local health departments. To be eligible for WIC, you must meet certain income and residency requirements.
CVS is a national pharmacy chain that accepts WIC in most of its stores. However, there are some restrictions on what WIC items can be purchased at CVS. For example, CVS does not sell WIC-approved formula. You can find a list of WIC-approved foods at the USDA website.
To use WIC at CVS, you will need to bring your WIC card to the store. The cashier will scan your card and deduct the cost of your WIC-approved purchases from your balance. You can use your WIC benefits to purchase food items, such as fruits, vegetables, milk, cheese, and eggs. You can also use your WIC benefits to purchase infant formula and baby food.
Here are some additional guidelines for using WIC at CVS:
- You can only use your WIC benefits to purchase food items that are on the WIC-approved food list.
- You cannot use your WIC benefits to purchase non-food items, such as diapers or wipes.
- You cannot use your WIC benefits to purchase food items that are not in stock at the store.
| Category | Examples |
|---|---|
| Fruits | Apples, bananas, oranges, strawberries |
| Vegetables | Carrots, celery, broccoli, spinach |
| Milk | Whole milk, 2% milk, 1% milk |
| Cheese | Cheddar cheese, mozzarella cheese, cottage cheese |
| Eggs | Large eggs, medium eggs, small eggs |
| Infant formula | Similac, Enfamil, Gerber |
| Baby food | Gerber, Beech-Nut, Earth’s Best |
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