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Massachusetts
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on September 14, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Massachusetts, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Updates and Information website, COVID-19 State of Emergency resources or MassTrac's list of bills related to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Description of Program and Relief
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistance
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides checks to buy healthy foods, and also provides information about nutrition, health, and breastfeeding. The WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides coupons to buy fruits, vegetables, and herbs from farmers’ markets and roadside stands. These offerings were previously in place, and have not changed in response to COVID-19.
Government or Lead Agency
Women, Infants, & Children Nutrition Program
Department of Agricultural Resources
Dates Available
Available now
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
WIC
Information on WIC eligibility can be found at: https://www.mass.gov/service-details/check-eligibility-for-wic.
WIC benefits are available if an applicant:
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Lives in Massachusetts;
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Has a nutritional need (WIC staff can help you determine this);
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Is a child under 5, a new mom, or a pregnant or breastfeeding woman; and
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Has a family income less than WIC guidelines.
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Applicants are automatically income eligible for WIC if they:
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Have an MassHealth/Medicaid health insurance plan;
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Are enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP); or
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Receive Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) or cash assistance.
WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program
WIC recipients are eligible to receive Farmers Market Coupons.
To be eligible to receive Senior Farmers Market Coupons, an applicant must:
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Be 60 years of age or older, or disabled and living in senior housing where congregate nutrition services are provided; and
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Have an income lower than the applicable income guidelines.
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
Not applicable
Contact for More Information
(800) 942-1007
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