Study Notes on WIC Community Resource Project

Introduction to WIC Program

  • Definition of WIC:
    • WIC stands for Women, Infants, and Children.
    • Provides vital resources including:
    • Food support
    • Breastfeeding support
    • Potential supplies such as diapers
    • Additional resources related to pregnancy, postpartum, and infancy.

Engagement with Local WIC Agency

  • Steps to Connect with WIC:
    1. Choose WIC program as your resource focus.
    2. Identify the nearest local WIC agency in your area (e.g., Orange County).
    3. Reach out through:
    • Phone
    • Email
    1. Schedule and secure an interview with the WIC agency.

Interview Guidelines

  • Interview Requirements:
    • You must interview one agency out of the three community resources you choose.
    • Conflicting Interests:
    • Cannot interview relatives (like parents, siblings, or uncles) connected to WIC.
    • Must select a completely independent individual or agency for the interview.

Group Project Overview

  • Paper Submission Specifications:
    • One cohesive group paper required.
    • Formatting:
    • Neatly typed document.
    • Double-spaced.
    • Do not use staplers or binder clips (uploading online).
    • Timeline:
    • Check the syllabus for submission timelines.
    • Presentations will occur in the last two class periods.

Group Responsibilities

  • Group Dynamics:
    • Each member must individually secure an interview with their chosen resource.
    • Three resources need to be researched per group member:
    • Interview one resource.
    • Research and compile information on the other two.
    • Overlap Policy:
    • Overlap in resource topics is allowed and common; it will not affect grading negatively as the primary goal is securing the interview.

Presentation Structure

  • Slide Presentation Requirements:
    • Each group member prepares a PowerPoint slide.
    • Each member presents an individual section of the project.
    • Collaboration in creating and editing the PowerPoint is encouraged.

Project Components

  • Written Paper Structure:
    1. Title Page:
    • Include group member names, course title (e.g., C Dev 110), and date.
    1. Summary of the Family Story:
    • Introduce the fictional family (e.g., the Smith family).
    • Provide background information that contextualizes the family's situation (e.g., single mother, number of children, employment status).
    1. Needs Assessment:
    • Articulate the identified needs of the family clearly (e.g., access to childcare, food assistance).
    1. Potential Community Partners:
    • Create a preliminary list of potential agencies that can assist the family.
    • Include contact details for each potential partner (e.g., full name, address, phone number, email).
    1. Family Support Plan:
    • Provide a one-page summary identifying partners selected for the family based on their needs.
    1. Individual Interview Summaries:
    • Each member writes up their own interview summary (1-2 pages).
    1. Ecological Model Inclusion:
    • Present an ecological model outlining resources and partners connected to the family.
    1. Detailed Interview Responses:
    • Include questions and answers from the interview within the written document.

Grading and Assessment

  • Evaluation Criteria:
    • Clarity in identifying the family's challenges and suggested resources.
    • Cohesiveness and formatting of the group paper.
    • Individual contributions to the interview summaries and presentations.
    • Adherence to guidelines provided.

Final Advice and Preparation

  • Preparation Recommendations:
    • Review the project guidelines thoroughly before the next meeting.
    • Take notes and raise questions as needed.
    • Approach the project through a collaborative effort with clear communication to ensure all components are completed effectively and uniformly.
  • Important Note:
    • The guidelines for the project serve as a comprehensive manual; familiarity with these guidelines will alleviate stress regarding expectations and deliverables.