The WIC Nutrition Program food packages are changing in healthy ways to better meet the nutrition needs of mothers, infants, and children. The new food selections will contain less fat and cholesterol, more fiber, fruits and vegetables year round.

Cooking meals at home is a great way to save money, provide the most nutritious meals for your family and teach children responsibility in basic life skills.

New Hampshire has several free or very low-cost nutrition and cooking programs that teach limited-resource families, seniors and children how to use food dollars wisely and get the most nutrition for your money.

Food Stamp Program The Food Stamp Program is available to individuals and families who meet the eligibility requirements for benefits. The good news is that the benefits are no longer stamps or coupons. Food Stamp recipients receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer card (EBT card) which contains their benefits and operates similar to a regular bank debit card in the supermarket. People who use the card say that they feel they have more privacy in the grocery store now.