Q1: What does it mean when I hear that Putnam County WIC is “ending”?
Beginning Friday September 6, WIC services will no longer be available at 121 Main Street and
1 Geneva Road in Brewster, or at St John’s Church in Mahopac. These services are being
relocated and will be provided by other local agencies. They will continue to be available for all
eligible Putnam County residents. The program currently serves approximately 1,100 residents.
Locations where WIC services will continue to be provided are listed below:
Hudson River Healthcare, 1037 Main St, Peekskill 914-734-8505
Hudson River Healthcare, 6 Henry St, Beacon 845-831-7402
Open Door, 344 East Main St, Mount Kisco 914-269-0784
Open Door, 155 Main St, Brewster 845-279-6999 (COMING SOON)
Q2: Is it necessary for Putnam County residents to visit a WIC Office in Putnam County?
No. Putnam County residents can visit any WIC office in New York State. For information on
other locations in New York State, please call 800-522-5006.
Q3: I have read that WIC is not a “mandated program.” How does that affect me and my
services?
WIC is not a mandated service and local county governments do not need to provide this
service. While Putnam County will no longer be a WIC provider, other local agencies will provide
WIC services. Putnam County remains committed to supporting the health and well-being of all
residents and is working to ensure the transition of services is seamless.
Q4: Where can current and potential WIC recipients get more information?
Call The Growing Up Healthy Hotline at 800-522-5006. Growing Up Healthy is available 24/7
and can connect families to local resources including, but not limited to:
healthcare
nutrition
pregnancy
family planning
children's special needs