WIC - Hancock & Washington Counties

05/27/2026

Are you looking for a way to contribute to your community? Mark your calendar for June 12th! Downeast WIC staff are pairing up with Community Action to gather up personal care and household cleaning items. 🧼

Swing by one of the 5 locations 9am-5pm that day or drop off your items at Lubec Community Outreach Center anytime between now and the 12th. Items stay right here in Washington and Hancock counties!

05/13/2026

Are you expecting or had a pregnancy in the last year? Make sure to be aware of the maternal warning signs below. This list is not meant to cover every symptom you might have. If you feel like something just isn't right, or you aren't sure if it's serious, talk to your health care provider. Be sure to tell them if you are pregnant or were pregnant within the last year.

https://www.cdc.gov/hearher/maternal-warning-signs/index.html

05/03/2026

On Friday, WIC staff was able to swing by the grand opening of Smithereen Farm’s Farmstore to deliver their Eat More Fruits and Veggies Award for Washington County! They will be accepting WIC Farmers Market through your BNFT app again this year at their beautiful storefront or when you catch them at local farmers markets.

Thank you Smithereen Farm and your amazing staff! 🫜

04/29/2026

Hey, Deer Isle / Stonington!👋🏽

We're headed your way on May 7th and have a few openings if you'd like to enroll or get back on WIC to save a bunch on groceries. 🥕🍓It's also perfect timing since you'd be enrolled in time for Farmers Market season. 🫐🧄

Call today to snag one of our openings 📞 667-5304 ext 7228

04/27/2026

Caring for littles is a journey you don't have to face alone. Maine Families is one of the amazing resources available to all families who are expecting or have a new baby at home. Certified Family Visitors can provide information, encouragement, and support around topics that matter to you regarding health, nutrition, safety, development, and your family's well-being. Best of all, they will come to you at your convenience and at no cost to you! Ask your WIC counselor for a referral today!

Also not to brag but both Hancock and Washington Counties have teams of extra cool Family Visitors 😎 We love collaborating with all of them!

For more information or to self refer: https://mainefamilies.org/learnmore.asp

04/26/2026

Join us to celebrate all of the mothers and mother figures in our lives at our annual Mothers Day Celebration!💛

We will come together at the American Legion in Cherryfield (8 N Main Street, Cherryfield ME) on May 9th for an evening of of music, performances and raffles!✨

If you can, please bring a dish to share and reach out to us with any questions! We hope to see you there!🌻
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¡Acompáñanos a celebrar a todas las madres y figuras maternas en nuestras vidas en nuestra celebración anual del Día de las Madres! 💛

Nos reuniremos en la American Legion de Cherryfield (8 N Main Street, Cherryfield, ME) el 9 de mayo para una noche llena de música, presentaciones y rifas. ✨

Si puede, trae algo para compartir y contáctanos si tiene alguna pregunta. ¡Esperamos ver a todos allí! 🌻

04/22/2026

If you're interested in learning more about decreasing your grocery budget with WIC, please call! We'd love to hear from you.

04/11/2026

Sparky came by and gave the yogurt parfaits a thumbs up today at the Bucksport Children’s Fair!

04/09/2026

How fun does this look?! 🪴 🧸 Our friends at We Care Community Baby Center will be hosting this fundraiser May 9, make sure to swing by and learn more about what they do to help our community!

04/09/2026

Interested in joining our team? Apply online!

We’re a WIC Nutrition Counselor! This role works directly with participants in our clinic settings to provide nutrition education, assess health needs, and connect families with the resources they need to thrive. We're looking for someone with a background in nutrition, public health, or a related field, strong communication skills, and a genuine commitment to family health.

We offer competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan, and paid time off. Learn more and apply: https://mainefamilyplanning.bamboohr.com/careers/115