Gibson Area Hospital/Ford County WIC Services

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Gibson Area Hospital/Ford County WIC Services

GAH WIC Services provides the Maternal Child Health Programs such as WIC & Family Case Management W.I.C. In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S.

is a supplemental nutrition program for:
-Pregnant women (through pregnancy and up to 6 weeks after the birth or after the pregnancy ends)
-Breastfeeding women (up to the infant’s 1st birthday)
-Non-breastfeeding postpartum women (up to 6 months after the birth of an infant or after the pregnancy ends)
-Infants (up to the 1st birthday)
-Children (up to age 5)
W.I.C. provides healthy foods, nutrition education, and referrals to other health, welfare, and social services. Foods that are provided can include the following: milk, cereal, beans, juice, eggs, peanut butter, cheese, whole wheat bread, brown rice, tortillas, oatmeal, fruits, and vegetables. also provides baby cereals and baby foods to infants as well as formula for infants who are not breastfed. In order to participate in this program thru Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services you must live in Illinois and meet the W.I.C. income guidelines which can be found at the following website: http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/wic-income-eligibility-guidelines

Family Case Management
Family Case Management is a comprehensive statewide management program that helps income eligible pregnant women, infants, and children to obtain healthcare services and other assistance that they may need in order to have a healthy pregnancy and to promote the child’s healthy development. Clients that are enrolled in this program receive assistance in various areas including arranging primary healthcare services, receiving developmental screenings and referrals, lead screenings, and referrals to other health, welfare, and social services. In order to participate in this program thru Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services you must meet the income guidelines. For more information about these programs and to see if you may qualify for these services, please call (217) 579-1087. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, s*x (including gender identity and s*xual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity. Program information may be made available in languages other than English. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication to obtain program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language), should contact the responsible state or local agency that administers the program or USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. To file a program discrimination complaint, a Complainant should complete a Form AD3027, USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form which can be obtained online at: https://www.usda.gov/sites/default/files/documents/USDA-OASCR%20P-ComplaintForm-0508-0002-508-11-28-17Fax2Mail.pdf, from any USDA office, by calling (866) 632-9992, or by writing a letter addressed to USDA. The letter must contain the complainant’s name, address, telephone number, and a written description of the alleged discriminatory action in sufficient detail to inform the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights (ASCR) about the nature and date of an alleged civil rights violation. The completed AD-3027 form or letter must be submitted to USDA by:

1. mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250-9410
2. fax: (833) 256-1665 or (202) 690-7442
3. email: program.intake@usda.gov

This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Reviewed 2024

11/11/2025

Laundry day got you feeling weighed down by all those coins? Well, put that change away! Next Thursday, treat yourself to 3 free loads of laundry - no soap or coins required! Just bring your laundry and follow the link below to register.

11/10/2025

Many questions regarding uncertainty persist due to the government shutdown. The image below clarifies the distinction between WIC and SNAP, potentially addressing some concerns. We wish to reassure all families that our WIC office remains operational, and we continue to serve families daily. Please feel free to schedule appointments and redeem benefits. To arrange an appointment, call (217)-579-1087.

11/05/2025

We welcome you to join us and learn about the various support services our office offers to families. Our staff will be available to provide information and answer any questions you may have. We look forward to seeing you next week!

Join us for the NEW Paxton Behavioral Wellness Center Open House!

📅 Wednesday, November 12th
🕔 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
📍 650 E State St, Paxton, IL

Meet our amazing providers and staff, take a tour of our new facility, and visit with the Paxton Wellness Center and WIC Services, all located at the same complex.

We’ll also be celebrating Jan Wilson’s retirement — help us thank her for 29 years of dedication and wish her all the best in her next chapter. 💐

Enjoy refreshments and giveaways — we can’t wait to see you there! 💜

10/29/2025

As the month of October draws to a close, we take time to remember and celebrate the lives of those affected by pregnancy or infant loss, while also acknowledging the remarkable fortitude and resilience of those who have coped with this loss. The following resources are available to provide support to families who have experienced a loss.

🩷 https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/miscarriage-loss-and-grief

💙 https://nationalshare.org

10/27/2025

We would like to inform our families that Illinois WIC has secured funding to continue operations through November. We encourage all participants to maintain their scheduled WIC appointments, shop, and redeem benefits as usual. Any additional updates will be shared as they become available.

To schedule please call (217)-579-1087

10/21/2025

Help your infants have the sweetest dreams by practicing safe sleep!

💤 October is Safe Sleep and SIDS Awareness Month.

Every parent wants their baby to sleep soundly – and safely.

Remember these Safe Sleep Tips:
👶 Always place babies on their back for every sleep.
🛏️ Room share, don’t bed share.
🧸 Keep blankets, pillows, bumper pads, and toys out of the sleep area.

Learn more: 🔗 https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=146357

10/14/2025

Some families in our community have been fortunate enough to receive beds courtesy of this organization. If your family requires assistance, kindly access their website and complete the online application.

‼️Did you know? We are now serving the Clinton community!! Check out our service area map below. Now serving 14 area communities; Gibson City, Bellflower, Clinton, Dewey, Elliott, Farmer City, Fisher, Foosland, Ludlow, Melvin, Paxton, Roberts, Saybrook, and Sibley!
If you, or someone you know, lives in our service area and need beds for your kids, (ages 3-17), visit our website to review the qualifying criteria and fill out an application today!
https://shpbeds.org/chapter/il-gibson-city/

NO KID SLEEPS ON THE FLOOR IN OUR TOWN! 🛏💤

09/10/2025

Paxton's downtown area is looking brighter than ever, but let's get real, our sign is the real showstopper! Cruisin' through Paxton at night? Keep your eyes peeled for our fabulous new office sign! And hey, if you need WIC services, just give us a ring at (217)-579-1087. 🪧

08/20/2025

Our next food distribution will be held this coming Saturday, August 23, 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. We'll check you in at your vehicle and bring prepacked food boxes to you. Please be sure to clear space in your vehicle ahead of time. Thank you.

Mark your calendar for future distributions:
Saturday, September 13, 2025
Saturday, September 27, 2025

08/06/2025

Our next food distribution will be held this coming Saturday, August 9, 8:00 am to 12:00 noon. We'll check you in at your vehicle and bring prepacked food boxes to you. Please be sure to clear space in your vehicle ahead of time. Thank you.

Mark your calendar for future distributions:
Saturday, August 23, 2025
Saturday, September 13, 2025

07/24/2025

Need a school or sports physical? Free options are available for PBL students.

07/23/2025

Schedule back-to-school physicals!🎒✏️🚌🩺
Call your local Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services Clinic to schedule back-to-school and sports physicals, wellness check-ups, and routine immunization appointments! GAH Dental Health is also available for your dental check-up needs!

To find a location near you, visit: https://www.gibsonhospital.org/locations

Address

711 E Pells Street
Paxton, IL
60957

Telephone

+12175791087

Website

http://www.gibsonhospital.org/

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