People's Health- WIC Program

09/10/2026

Join People's Health- Family Planning Program and West Central District Health Department along with Great Plains Health and Dr. Deb's Express Medical Care for our Community Health & Wellness Event!
We’ll be at First Evangelical Lutheran Church in North Platte on Tuesday, September 22nd, offering two convenient times to make it easier to fit into your day:
🕕 6–8 AM
🕔 5–7 PM
Whether you have health insurance, are uninsured, or are underinsured, we’re here to help you connect with local health resources and access important preventive services.
No appointment needed — everyone is welcome!
Stop by to learn more about your health, ask questions, connect with local organizations, and take a step toward a healthier tomorrow.
Help us spread the word! Share this post with a friend, family member, or someone in our community who could benefit from free health screenings and local resources.
We hope to see you there!
Special thanks to our other sponsors Platte Valley Women's Healthcare, Mellow Grind, Walmart North Platte, Golden Ticket Cinemas,

09/08/2026

This week is Latina Breastfeeding Week, ! 🤱🏽 WIC is proud to support Latina breastfeeding parents across the US with culturally specific food packages to support your family’s unique nutritional needs, peer and breastfeeding support, translated resources and translation services, health care referrals, and more! 💖

Need support? Our certified lactation consultants and peer counselors are here to help your family! Get started: https://signupwic.com/es/get-started

09/01/2026

Do you have questions about your insurance? Do you need help applying?? Stop by this free community event at Great Plains Health tomorrow 9/2/2026 for some help!!

09/01/2026

It’s , and this year’s theme is “Work. Pump. Advance. Empowering the modern parent.” 🤱 At WIC, we support working parents by providing breast pumps, peer support and lactation experts, nutritious food, and personalized food packages to support your breastfeeding goals.

We believe breastfeeding parents should be able to feed their babies or toddlers (or pump/hand express milk!) at work, school, and in public with respect and support. Learn more about your breastfeeding rights: https://signupwic.com/resources/know-your-rights-breastfeeding

08/31/2026

08/27/2026

Breastfeeding rates in the Black community remain lower compared to other communities, highlighting the need for increased awareness, support, and education. 💖

Join us in celebrating the 15th annual Black Breastfeeding Week! 🤱🏿 This year's theme, "We All We Got,” uplifts the importance of breastfeeding while honoring Black families, culture, and community by centering collective power and togetherness.

And WIC is here to help! Hear from two International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs) about what they’re doing in their communities to support Black women and families and how WIC can support your breastfeeding journey: https://signupwic.com/news/supporting-black-mothers

08/26/2026

Join us for a special Instagram Live event on Wednesday, August 26, at 8 pm ET / 5 pm PT as we celebrate ! 🤱

You’ll hear from WIC breastfeeding experts about how WIC can support your breastfeeding journey at home and on the go with resources like breastfeeding supplies, lactation support, nutritious foods, and health care referrals. 💕

Mark your calendar, get comfy, and chat with us live here on . We’ll see you there! 🫶

08/25/2026

The health benefits of breastfeeding are well-researched for baby and parent! 🤱
Data from the USDA show that breastfeeding support efforts helped increase the number of WIC families who chose to start breastfeeding to 70% in 2022. While there’s still work to do, let’s celebrate the wins and strive for even stronger breastfeeding support this and beyond! 💖
WIC is here to support your family from the moment you know you’re pregnant, up to your child’s fifth birthday! Read more: https://www.cbpp.org/blog/growing-share-of-infants-participating-in-wic-are-breastfed

08/24/2026

Do you have a young child under the age of 3?? Check out this awesome free class provided by
Rooted in Relationships - High Plains

08/24/2026

Moving is a part of life for many military families, and your WIC benefits can move with you. You can even set up benefits before your household goods arrive at your new home! 🏠

Many WIC offices are located on or near military bases, making it easier to get resources like breastfeeding support and nutritious foods. Did you know? 🤔 Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) and Overseas Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) are not counted when applying for WIC!

WIC is also available overseas through the WIC Overseas Program. Wherever you're stationed, support is within reach. Want to learn more about breastfeeding support for military families? Check out these blog posts from the Global Military Lactation Community: https://globalmilcom.org/blog