Billerica Council on Aging

News & Updates

Senior Flu Clinic - 

Wednesday October 15^th
55+; including 18+ with chronic medical conditions including pregnancy
9am-11:30am
High Dose and Reg flu vaccine

REGISTER ONLINE HERE!

Town of Billerica Extended Hours Cover Monday Evenings:

Here at the Billerica COA we offer a Haven of HOPE, HEALTH and HAPPINESS – some 120+ older adults daily gain access to an array of opportunities to stay SAFE, ACTIVE and HEALTHY. We provide a sense of belonging, helping them to find meaning in everyday life.

Over the years we have advanced from a recreational model to a holistic approach to well-being knowing full well that disconnection from other people has serious consequences for both mental and physical health

REACH OUT TO SOME ONE TODAY!

Mind-Body Practice Weekly -  Yoga &  Tai Chi

 

We offer two great Mind-Body Sessions for your practice:

MON 9:30am Tai Chi, $5 - We welcome Dave Crocker to lead Tai Chi

WED 9:15am Yoga, $5 - gentle movements either from a chair or on a mat

Check it out.

 

     

 

Summary of our Weekly Active-Mind Games for Brain-Power and Socializing

We've got the brain-boosting games you love to play -- to increase concentration and focus, and have fun, too.  Activating your brain-power, along with socializing with others who share common interests, makes our social games attractive to all members.  Check out our weekly offerings, and give these a try:

 

New Registration Process for ALL Exercise Programs:

All paid exercise programs, in addition to our monthly curated programs, will now require registration at the beginning of each month. We'll include exercise programs on our registration sign-up sheets to make this process easier for you. We only accept check or cash so please plan accordingly. Our Outreach Department is available to assist those who maybe experiencing financial hardship and can’t afford to pay the monthly cost. 

Refund Policy: We offer a very generous 24 hours cancellation policy or the morning of if an extenuating circumstance presents itself. To cancel please call our front desk at 978-671-0916. We offer two refund options: 1.) To receive a credit in your account for future use or 2.) full refund check through the town, which takes up to two weeks

FREE Weekly Classes DO NOT Require Advanced Registration

• Use Key Fob to Sign into your classes at the Kiosks
• Limited to 25pp – get here early
• These classes are:  Chair Aerobics (M & TH)   Cardio-Boost (T & F)  

PAID Weekly Exercise Classes Require Advanced Registration

• Use Key Fob to sign into your classes at the Kiosks
• Limited to 25pp
• These classes are:  Tai Chi, Strength & Balance, Full Body Workout, Tap Dancing, Line Dancing (Beginner+)   Yoga and Zumba Toning 

See our Activities PAGE, and Wellness PAGE on this website, or our current newsletter for further info.

Any Questions?  Please call 978-671-0916.

Our Companion Program expands to serve these communities:

• Bedford
• Billerica
• Burlington
• Carlisle
• Wilmington

For more information on this program that offers families and caregivers peace of mind, balance and support, please click on this link below to review and print our brochure (PDF format - two pages.)

BCOA Companion Program Brouchure

Administration for Community Living Offers Home-Delivered Meals Nationally.  In MA, the government organization is AgeSpan.  Available locally and easy to get information:

Since 1972, ACL's National Senior Nutrition Program has supported nutrition services for older adults across the country. Funded by the Older Americans Act, local senior nutrition programs serve as hubs for older adults to access nutritious meals and other vital services that strengthen social connections and promote health and well-being.

If you'd like local info on the AgeSpan Home Delivered Meal ('Meals on Wheels') please contact them at 800-892-0890.  If you'd like to speak to one of our Outreach Specialists about delivered meals and other community resources, call the Billerica COA at 978-671-0916, and ask the receptionist to connect you to the Outreach team.

Click on the ACL logo, below -- to watch an informational video on the National Senior Nutrition Program.