SNAP
Helps people buy the food they need for good health. People also can buy garden seeds with SNAP benefits.
SNAP food benefits are put on to the Lone Star Card and can be used just like a credit card at any store that accepts SNAP.
SNAP can’t be used to:
- Buy tobacco.
- Buy alcoholic drinks.
- Buy things you can’t eat or drink.
- Pay for food bills you owe.
WIC
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, popularly known as WIC, is a nutrition program for pregnant, breastfeeding women and families with children younger than 5.
You can take classes, meet with other families, and get one-on-one nutrition counseling so you can make smart choices and delicious family meals!
WIC helps you buy many of the healthy foods already on your grocery list. The WIC foods in your monthly food package are low in fat, high in fiber, help you get important nutrients, and promote a healthy weight. You will still need to buy some food (or formula) on your own, but we want to help out as much as possible.
To find out if you qualify for assistance, our friendly staff is here to help.