Helpful Links Family Resources The DC Department of Health's Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) mission is to improve the lifelong health and nutrition of pregnant women, new mothers (breast-feeding and non-breast-feeding), infants, and children by providing nutrition education, nutrient-rich supplemental food, and health and social service referrals. Early Care and Education The Early Care and Education Administration (ECEA) provides support for and collaborates with other public and private child and family advocacy organizations to formulate an effective continuum of services and care for District children 5 years of age and younger. ECEA also provides access to before and after school services for eligible children up to age 12.