BECKLEY, WV (WVNS) -- The government shutdown persists and the status of the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children, better known as WIC, has not yet been decided.

However, if these benefits are lost, what options are out there for the people who rely on them?

According to the United States Department of Agriculture, which funds the WIC Program, more than 30,000 West Virginians use WIC benefits to get food and necessities for themselves and their children.

But where can they go if the funds are cut?

Trena Dacal, Executive Director of United Way of Southern West Virginia, said you can always come to them for help.

"They can reach out to 2-1-1. We can let them know about where local food pantries are located, where they can potentially find formula or ot

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