Summit County WIC

08/13/2026

This week's recipe is courtesy of . This Supreme Veggie Grilled Cheese is a great way to add some veggies into a meal without really realizing you're eating them! Customize the recipe by choosing your favorite veggies! Pair with a fruit and add your favorite heated deli meat or a fried egg for some extra protein! Try this out out and let us know what you think!

Link to recipe and instructions:
https://celebrateyourplate.org/recipes/supreme-veggie-grilled-cheese



Alt text: Orange and white flyer reading: supreme veggie grilled cheese. Recipe courtesy of (celebrate your plate logo). Link to recipe below & in the caption: https://celebrateyourplate.org/recipes/supreme-veggie-grilled-cheese. Photo in the middle of the flyer of the grilled cheese on a plate with a side of cherries and coleslaw.

08/11/2026

08/11/2026

What did the detergent say to the dirty laundry? "I've got you covered!"

The City of Akron's Tumble Together Free Community Wash Day is BACK! Stop by the Super Clean Laundromat (1739 Brittain Rd.) on Thursday, August 20th between 11am-4pm to wash and dry up to three loads of laundry for FREE! This program is open to any City of Akron resident. 🫧

08/10/2026

This year’s theme is, “We Keep the Fires Lit: Rising Through Milk Medicine,” which focuses on amplifying that first foods carry memory and medicine forward! The fire in this year’s theme represents the responsibility to tend what sustains life—Indigenous families' knowledge, community building, and cultivating future generations.
is a sacred practice that has healed and strengthened Indigenous families for generations. 🤱🏽 Breastfeeding is more than medicine; it's about family, culture, and tradition.
Get resources that support Indigenous families and find a clinic near you to get started with : https://signupwic.com/resources?page=1&topic=IndigenousFamilies


Alt text: An image of a mom smiling at the camera while breastfeeding her baby outside on a light purple background with white header text above the image that says, “ ” and the purple header text below reads, “Indigenous Milk Medicine Week.”

08/07/2026

ALL SCPH WIC offices will be closed from 8 am-12:30 pm. Sorry for the inconvenience!

Alt text: White and blue flyer reading: NOTICE our WIC offices will be CLOSED on Friday, August 7th, 2026 from 8 am - 12:30 pm. Ohio department of health logo at the bottom of the flyer and the Summit country public health logo at the top.

08/06/2026

This week's recipe is courtesy of . This Mixed Berry Chia Jam is super easy, delicious, and a decent source of fiber. The recipe can use fresh or frozen berries, whichever you prefer! This chia jam can be added to toast, yogurt, cottage cheese, pancakes, you name it! Try this one out, and let us know what you think!

Link to recipe:
https://eatfresh.org/recipe/snacks/mixed-berry-chia-jam/



Alt text: Red flyer with white writing saying: Mixed berry chia jam. Link to recipe below & in the caption: https://eatfresh.org/recipe/snacks/mixed-berry-chia-jam/. Recipe is courtesy of Califresh/eatfresh logo. Photo on the flyer is a picture of the berry chia jam.

08/05/2026

Celebrate WIC Breastfeeding Week with us! 💖We’re here to nurture your breastfeeding journey with personalized support designed for you and your family, this and beyond!

WIC offers a range of support services for breastfeeding families, including lactation experts like International Board Certified Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), breastfeeding peer support specialists, breast pumps and supplies, nutritious foods, and more.

Getting started with and find a clinic near you: https://signupwic.com/find-a-clinic



Alt text: An image of a mom holding her baby while breastfeeding on a light purple background with white header text above the image that says, “ ,” and the purple header text below reads, “WIC Breastfeeding Week.”

08/03/2026

Every August, the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee hosts to encourage families, communities, and organizations to come together for action and conversations about how we can build a stronger support network for breastfeeding parents! 💖

This year’s theme is RISE, which stands for: Resilience, Interdependence, Self-determination, and Empowerment! 🐦‍🔥This year's theme was created by USBC to capture the heart and strength of the field while also honoring the change and growth that are still needed to further equitable access to breastfeeding support for all families.

Learn how you can RISE with breastfeeding support and more from : https://signupwic.com/resources/wic-breastfeeding-support



Alt text: A photo of a smiling mother looking at her baby while breastfeeding; there is header text at the bottom that reads, “National Breastfeeding Month.”

08/03/2026

Start the school year ensuring your child is protected against diseases by scheduling a childhood vaccination appointment. Visit scph.org/appointment-contact or call 330-375-2772 to request an appointment to get vaccinated.

08/01/2026

Did you know you can check the products at the store to be sure they are on the approved WIC list?! Be sure to add your WIC card in "Manage Cards" to have the most personalized information. Produce scanning is not available.