Portage County Ohio WIC

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Portage County Ohio WIC Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a federally funded supplemental food and nutrition education program.

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Losing your baby is an unimaginable loss. WIC honors those navigating this difficult and heartbreaking time, and we are ...
10/15/2026

Losing your baby is an unimaginable loss. WIC honors those navigating this difficult and heartbreaking time, and we are here to support you. 🩵

When you are ready, connect with a WIC clinic for resources and support to help you during this time. You can continue receiving WIC benefits for up to six months following your loss.

You are not alone. WIC is here to care for you during hard times. 💗 also offers helpful resources for families navigating pregnancy and infant loss. Visit www.marchofdimes.org/pregnancyandinfantlossmonth to learn more.

At  , we are here to help your family be as healthy as possible, which includes mental health! 💗 Parenting comes with ma...
10/10/2026

At , we are here to help your family be as healthy as possible, which includes mental health! 💗 Parenting comes with many ups and downs, and WIC is here to support you through all of it!

From mom groups to counseling referrals, WIC offers real support during the postpartum period. 🫂Learn what care WIC can offer you or someone you love: www.signupwic.com/news/maternal-mental-health

10/09/2026

Please Join Us in Welcoming Samantha Fitzpatrick to the Team as Our New Registered Dietitian Within the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program!🎉

Samantha brings more than a decade of experience in public health nutrition and WIC services. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Dietetics from The University of Akron and is a Registered Dietitian and Licensed Dietitian in both Ohio and Florida.

Prior to joining PCHD, Samantha spent over 10 years working with the Florida Department of Health's WIC Program.

In her new role, Samantha will help support the health and well-being of women, infants, and children through nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and connections to healthy foods and community resources.

We are excited to welcome Samantha to our team and look forward to the knowledge, experience, and dedication she brings to the families we serve!

Did you know? PCHD administers WIC programs in both Portage and Columbiana counties!

Please join us in giving Samantha a warm welcome!

One of the best nutrients for your immune system is  ! Selenium is critical for protecting your cells and fighting off i...
10/07/2026

One of the best nutrients for your immune system is ! Selenium is critical for protecting your cells and fighting off infection and illness.🥊Luckily, selenium is found in a wide variety of foods, such as:

🌾Whole-grain items like oatmeal, pasta, and rice
🥚Dairy products like eggs and yogurt, milk, and cheese
🫘 Dried or canned beans, lentils, and peas

Want to learn more about nutritious eating? Connect with your local WIC clinic and visit signupwic.com or by calling 330-297-9422! 💕

10/01/2026

PCHD Pop-Up Food Pantry TODAY!

Join us for our market-style Pop-Up Food Pantry, where community members can select from available fresh produce and other food items.

📅 Thursday, October 1
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Portage County Health District
999 East Main Street, Ravenna

🥕 In partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, PCHD proudly hosts a Pop-Up Food Pantry on the first Thursday of each month to help connect our community with fresh, healthy food.

Looking for additional food resources?

PCHD Food Resource Dashboard
🔗https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/c92774ced7894f37a7bc069400a237c0

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank Find Help Tool
Use the Foodbank’s Find Help tool to locate additional food assistance in the area.
🔗 https://www.akroncantonfoodbank.org/find-help

Please share to help us spread the word and connect our neighbors with available food resources!

Did you know? 🤔   offers a wide variety of breastfeeding support services for you! 🤱Whether it’s guidance from peer coun...
09/30/2026

Did you know? 🤔 offers a wide variety of breastfeeding support services for you! 🤱Whether it’s guidance from peer counselors, support from lactation consultants, or access to breastfeeding supplies, WIC is here to help.

Want to learn more about how WIC can help you on your breastfeeding journey?
Call our office at 330-297-9422.🫶

09/29/2026

PCHD Pop-Up Food Pantry is this Thursday!

Join us for our market-style Pop-Up Food Pantry, where community members can select from available fresh produce and other food items.

📅 Thursday, October 1
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
📍 Portage County Health District
999 East Main Street, Ravenna

🥕 In partnership with the Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank, PCHD proudly hosts a Pop-Up Food Pantry on the first Thursday of each month to help connect our community with fresh, healthy food.

Looking for additional food resources?

PCHD Food Resource Dashboard
🔗https://www.arcgis.com/apps/dashboards/c92774ced7894f37a7bc069400a237c0

Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank Find Help Tool
Use the Foodbank’s Find Help tool to locate additional food assistance in the area.
🔗 https://www.akroncantonfoodbank.org/find-help

Please share to help us spread the word and connect our neighbors with available food resources!

September 28th is National Family Day! 👩🏾‍🍼👶🏼👨🏽‍🍼National Family Day reminds us of the importance of building connection...
09/28/2026

September 28th is National Family Day! 👩🏾‍🍼👶🏼👨🏽‍🍼National Family Day reminds us of the importance of building connections and creating long-lasting memories for all members of the family. 💟Spend time today connecting with your family and strengthening your bonds. Here are some ideas for celebrating with your loved ones:

🍴 Cook a meal together! Explore and spend time tasting a new recipe.
🃏 Play a game together. Whether it’s a board game or cards, have fun family game time!
🖼️ Explore family photos! Help your littles identify family members and memories by looking back at some of your favorite photos.

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're highlighting recipes that honor cultural traditions while supporting good health. Ou...
09/25/2026

This Hispanic Heritage Month, we're highlighting recipes that honor cultural traditions while supporting good health. Our featured recipe is a simple and mild version of Albóndigas, a Mexican meatball soup.

This dish is a great example of how nutritious food ingredients can create something truly special! Try the recipe and share the tradition: https://eatfresh.org/recipe/soups/meatball-soup-albondigas/

Address

999 E. Main Street
Ravenna, OH
44266

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

Telephone

(330) 297-9422

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