Women who are pregnant OR lactating with a baby up to one year of age, OR postpartum for up to six months after the termination of a pregnancy by birth, miscarriage or abortion. Those younger than 18 do not need parental/guardian permission. Children are eligible up to 5th birthday. Eligible individuals must live in Lucas County, must be at nutritional risk as determined by an agency professional using the Federal Nutritional Risk Priority System and must meet income guidelines. Income eligibility guidelines are up to 185% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines that were in effect the previous April 1. Number in household includes unborn children (example: pregnant, single woman is a household of 2.) Definition of income does NOT include household assets. Individuals receiving Medicaid, Ohio Works First or Food Stamps automatically meet income eligibility.

ID that shows name and birth date for those in the household who are applying for benefits (could include a crib card from the hospital) proof of pregnancy from doctor or clinic, unless the pregnancy is clearly visible three pay stubs, SSI statements, proof of Medicaid, Ohio Works First, Food Stamps or other means of verifying income, a written statement from child's father saying he is paying child support, proof of child's current immunizations, proof of residency (including utility, telephone or credit card statement).

By appointment