02-05-2012, 10:01 PM
Black wrote:
[quote=Grace62]
WIC and food stamps are separate programs. WIC purchases are very restricted. So nobody is buying junk food with WIC money.
Oops, good catch. WIC is a program that distributes food via centers you have to visit, as far as I've paid attention. I meant "Link card."
No, WIC is used at regular grocery stores. For things like milk, cheese, tuna, peanut butter, and fruits and veggies. Families can be on both WIC and the regular federally assisted food stamp programs if they include a pregnant and/or nursing mom or very young children.