Billerica Board of Health

08/04/2026

CORRECTION: The Board of Health has changed the notice. The spraying will be conducted by a truck mounted spraying. The areas will remain the same.

Public Notification – Mosquito Control Spraying 08/04/26

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health has announced that West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitoes collected from Billerica.

Therefore, to control the adult mosquitoes, the Central Mass Mosquito Control Project (CMMCP) will conduct an aerial spraying in the affected areas in Billerica on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, beginning at 8:30 PM up until midnight. The map provided below are the streets that will be treated.

For more information about CMMCP please visit: https://www.cmmcp.org/ or call (508) 393-3055. Information about WNV and reports of current and historical WNV virus activity in Massachusetts can be found on the MDPH website at: www.mass.gov/dph/mosquito.

08/03/2026

07/29/2026

This year, the Billerica health fair tradition returns under new leadership as the Billerica Wellness Festival! Organizers from the Billerica Health Department, Council on Aging, Billerica Public Library, and Billerica Public Schools are joining forces to create a lively, family-friendly celebration showcasing a wide variety of wellness related vendors from across the region.

We are actively seeking sponsors and vendors to help make this a wonderful event. Please note, vendor spots are subject to event size and scope limitations. All are welcome to apply, we will let you know if your application has been accepted. For more information, check out the application at: https://forms.gle/WCudVFfdkMV1xyRF7

07/28/2026

This is the last week to apply for a 2026 Family Grant from Neurodiversity Support for Children, Inc. to help fund a neuropsychological evaluation, behavioral health treatment, &/or advocacy & legal services! Learn more and apply here: https://www.neurodiversitysupportforchildren.com/family-grants

The NSC provides financial assistance to families with a neurodivergent child (ages 1-17). Financial assistance is offered to families for neuropsychological evaluations, advocacy services, and research-supported therapy.

Grant amounts:
• up to $5,000 per family

Who is eligible:
• Neurodivergent children who have a diagnosed or suspected developmental, neurological, social, learning, &/or psychological disability
• Massachusetts resident
• Parents/guardians should be able to clearly outline their need for financial assistance and plan for usage of grant funds.
• Parents may apply once every calendar year; there is a limit of 3 awards per family.

07/27/2026

🚐 The MassHire Lowell Mobile Career Center is here today from 10:30am to 2:30pm in the parking lot behind the Library. Stop by to learn more about the employment services offered by the MassHire Lowell Career Center! 💼✨

07/27/2026

📢 Special announcement: WIC will be distributing farmers' market coupons today, while supplies last, for active WIC households only. Please bring your WIC card or photo ID. Questions? Please call 978-454-6397. See you at the market!

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

07/27/2026

Vin patisipe ak Kowòdonatè Alfabetizasyon Finansye nou an nan yon kou 6 jou** pou aprann sou bidjè, kredi, sèvis bankè, vòl idantite, ak anpil lòt sijè.

Lè ou fin konplete kou a, w ap resevwa yon sètifika fini epi w ap kalifye pou resevwa yon kat kado $25.

Pou plis enfòmasyon oswa pou enskri, tanpri kontakte Brenda Jimenez nan [email protected]

07/24/2026

From the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Administration (SAMHSA): Unsure whether you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health concern? Early warning signs may include changes in mood, sleeping too much, or feeling hopeless. Recognizing these signs is an important first step in seeking support which you will find more information here: https://www.samhsa.gov/mental-health/what-is-mental-health?fbclid=IwY2xjawTPVAZleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFmbjJvcmVNM2NFYzRhQmZZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHta7g8p6ZlcYF3hLye2JusMP8JOW2h99INMV-qV74lV6dLxhrOCkmjUacDaM_aem_DCzvfYkt69Wi36j25oyWpA
Also, be sure to seek support from NILP's Northeast Recovery Learning Community (NERLC) here: https://www.nilp.org/nerlc/

07/22/2026

When school is out, SUN Bucks helps you put food on the table! 😋 SUN Bucks is a federal food benefit that helps low-income families with school-aged children buy groceries when schools are closed for the summer. 🌞

The summer 2026 SUN Bucks application period is now open!
👉 Check your eligibility and apply HERE: https://dtaconnect.eohhs.mass.gov/sunbucks

👉 Get general information about Sun Bucks HERE: https://www.mass.gov/info-details/sun-bucks-faq