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| "Peer Moms" provide support and education on breastfeeding, the best choice for mothers and babies |
Families enrolled in the Women, Infants, and Children Nutrition, Education and Supplemental Food Program (WIC) receive nutrition education, community referrals and coupons for healthy foods choices. In 2007:
- 15,009 women, infants and children were served through the WIC Program.
- $5,403,294 worth of WIC food dollars supported community families while contributing to our local economy through purchases at area grocery stores.
- During summer months, more than $38,960 was spent at the farmers markets in Vancouver and Battle Ground, ensuring families had improved access to local fresh fruits and vegetables.
- WIC referrals to community services and other resources in Clark County totaled 90,117.
