Community Services/Non-Profits near Wilmington, MA

“We were only there for a short time because my kids were going off to public schools but they just needed something to do to finish up their summer vacation. I’m very happy with how quickly my twins were welcomed and made a part of their class! The teachers were amazing! Very respectful, responsive and understanding. Definitely highly recommend their program! Thank you for all you do ?”

“"Dial M For Murder": The acting, adaptation, sound, lighting, and set design were all fantastic! Check out their ticket discounts for future shows including stand-by, first performances on Fridays, and Super Saturday's, as well as, the standard senior and student discounts. You won't be disappointed. The only suggestion I would make is to cut the salt down by at least half or more in the popcorn. There is also alcohol served at the concession bar and another area for sweets and non- alcohol beverages. Thanks to all who helped put on the production with a special shout out to the volunteers who gladly helped me to my seat.”

“The gym itself has lots of features like a weight room, yoga room, sauna, pool, and locker rooms. The weight room is a little small. Usually have to wait for equipment during busy times. You must check the pool schedule before using the pool, because swim lessons and swim team take up the entire pool for a couple hours every day.This gym is safe for all. I am trans, and it has never been acknowledged, even in the locker rooms. I’ve never received stares in the weight room, and the other regulars are very nice.The staff here are really great. I’ve had a couple problems with my account and they’ve been nothing but kind and resourceful trying to help. They’re personable and friendly to their regulars. I came with a friend who had a medical emergency in the weight room, they were quick to help.The hours of operation are slim, closing at 4pm on the weekends, that being said they have the most flexible hours out of the ones my membership applies to.Between the hours of 2:30-5:30 on weekdays, the weight room is PACKED with young kids, ages 10-14. Although the gym has youth hours available, they aren’t enforced, and nothing about the safety or staffing of the weight room changes during them. They spend a long time sitting on machines they aren’t using on their phones, physically fight each other in the weight room, or even hurt themselves (I’ve had to save a very young kid after a dropping barbell on himself without a spotter). This gym is very unsafe for children who go alone, and the presence of unsupervised kids under the age of 14 is very awkward for the adults trying to get their workout in. It’s a matter of time before a kid severely injures themselves, they shouldn’t be allowed in there without adult supervision.”

“Nice place for if you want to see horses and they also have therapeutic horse-riding sessions to but usually there is a horse outside if you like if you have kids that like to see horses”

“Nancy, from Paws of Wakefield, was so helpful when a stray cat in my neighborhood was wounded and sick. She was incredibly generous with her time and resources, helping out and working on a solution well into the evening. I would also like to thank her colleague, who dropped everything to fly down to my neighborhood in hopes of catching the injured cat, and the veterinarian, who stayed after hours to give her the care she needed. Paws of Wakefield is an incredible network of people who truly care. Thank you Nancy! Please consider donating to their cause, as this is just one of the incredible things they do for animals in our community.”

“YMCA! Pretty good spot to play basketball at. Nice court and cool people working ?. Only down side is that i walked into the men’s locker room and i saw 10 peepees ?”

“The ABGC is a safe, fun, great place for kids to grow up alongside wonderful role models , wonderful staff, and so many of whom have been involved for many years. I have seen a major improvement in my kids social and emotional health from their experiences and relationships, and relationship building skills being discovered and built at the boys n girls club. They also are healthier from the regular swimming, exercising, and excitement of being with friends after school. They learn to cook, and learn all types of different things there. Anytime I walked around inside it was very clean considering all the traffic, they definitely have professionals deep cleaning regularly. I wish I had a place like ABGC in my town growing up. It's a gift to our community.”

“Awesome place to work with and friendly, helpful employees. They do a lot of amazing work. Looks like a great place to work if I didn't already have a job I like.”

“I recently had the pleasure of visiting Brides Across America in Andover, MA, and I must say that my experience was absolutely exceptional. From the moment I walked through the doors, Patricia and Terry made me feel like a valued customer, deserving of the utmost care and attention. I am delighted to give this salon a glowing five-star review.
As a bride marrying a Marine Corps fiancé, I was fortunate enough to take advantage of their offer for a free wedding dress. Initially, I was nervous that because I was receiving my dress for free, I might not be able to enjoy the same fairy tale experience as those who purchased their dresses. However, all my concerns were quickly alleviated the moment I stepped into the salon.
Despite this incredible opportunity, the staff at Brides Across America went above and beyond to ensure that I had a truly special experience. They treated me with the same level of professionalism and warmth as any other customer. Their genuine commitment to making every bride feel like a princess on her wedding day is truly remarkable.
One aspect that impressed me greatly was the personalized service I received. They carefully selected dresses in my size and took the time to understand my preferences. I was given the freedom to try on any dresses that caught my eye. Patricia, in particular, was by my side throughout the entire process. She expertly assisted me in removing and putting on the dresses and made sure they fit perfectly by using clips where necessary.
The moment I found my perfect wedding dress, the team at Brides Across America celebrated with me by offering a delightful glass of champagne. It was a small but meaningful gesture that made me feel like the center of attention.
The salon itself is an absolute beauty. The lounge couches provided a comfortable space for me and my party to relax and enjoy the experience. The dressing room was dedicated solely to me, allowing for privacy and an intimate atmosphere. The mirrors were beautifully adorned, enhancing the overall ambiance of the salon. Additionally, they had a selection of shoes available to try on with the dress in case I had forgotten my own heels.
Overall, my experience at Brides Across America was nothing short of wonderful. Patricia and Terry, along with their dedicated team, truly understand how to make a bride feel special and cherished. They exceeded my expectations and proved that their commitment to creating a magical experience goes beyond financial considerations.
I highly recommend Brides Across America to any bride-to-be in search of their dream wedding dress. It's a place where you'll be treated with the utmost care and given the opportunity to find the dress that makes you feel truly magical. Thank you, Patricia, Terry, and the entire team, for making my experience unforgettable, regardless of the fact that I received my dress for free. Your dedication and passion for creating a fairy tale experience are truly admirable.”

“We've been going to Therapeutic Horse Riding since more than 6years to Ironstone Farm. They've the best therapists and the staff is very accommodating, understanding and flexible to our needs.”

“Perfect for relaxation, The property is well kept by the Trustees. There are several gardens to enjoy which are full of tulips and other flowers which just looks so beautiful when they're all in bloom.”

“The teachers are fabulous. Prior to joining the Y I went to a boutique gym that was three times more expensive than the Y and yet the teachers did not match the teachers at the Y. One example, at that gym all teachers were screaming all class long to cover the very high volume of the music. It was an unbearable cacophony that left me mentally exhausted. It was far from rewarding. When I tried to ask them to speak less over the music (since we were imitating their body movements anyway) they seemed very offended. I noticed that at the Y none of the teachers are in the bad habit of screaming during class, they respect the music, and let their bodies teach us the Zumba steps. I am highly recommending the Y. My only regret is that I did not join sooner!”

“I can’t recommend BILT enough to families in need of services. Christina and her staff show so much compassion towards the individuals and take the time to come up with a plan specifically geared towards the family and individual’s needs. I’ve been to many fundraising events and the energy, passion, and care they put into everything they do is very inspiring!”

“The best classes ever for the older generation
I’ve been going there for years. Everything is clean and the staff and teachers are great.
3 pools”

“Great place for amazing bargains. Now there is a rack of new items with tags still on them from original purchase. We have three Tuxedos size 40-42. Puma work out bag and plenty of athletic shorts for the whole family!”

“We adopted our boy Cosmo (little white boy) as a companion for our older girl from BNR almost a year ago now, everything worked out amazingly in the end, he's become a beloved part of our family, and could never be removed.However, some important things to note about our experience:The 'cons' were:We were told he was a chihauhau mix with a 'chance of pit' everything at BNR said he was most likely chihuahua (ignoring the fact he was 6 lbs and underweight at 9 weeks lol). When I adopted him, his paperwork from Texas listed him as a Labrador mix, which was never mentioned, and was told he'd probably be max 35 lbs. (He's also technically not the puppy I applied for, same litter but different dog, not the end of the world, but something that stands out). I did a DNA test a couple months after adopting him, and he's definitely more Labrador than chihauhau, though only 50 lbs, so fortunately he stayed within our preferred sizeI was told all dogs were medicially checked over as they arrived in Massachusetts, he arrived the day before I was told I could pick him up. Upon picking him up, within our carride home, he was already exhibiting signs of respiratory distress, which within a week turned into severe pneumonia, however, the same pneumonia was also overlooked by our own vets, so I don't know how much I can fully fault the rescue for this. If anything this is a good reminder that if something doesn't seem right, it probably isn't and to get a second opinion (or a better vet)The pros of this shelter are:They are more than willing to work with you, as previously mentioned he was adopted to accompany his older sister. However, we are two hours from the rescue, and she has high stress around Strange humans, especially in strange environments. We ended up working out a way in which we could introduce the two safely at home, to save her unnecessary anxiety and a long car trip. They also do frequent check ins for the first few months, offer resources for ethical trainers, help target problems in early training, ect. Everyone you work with is extremely kind, and you can tell they care deeply for every dog.If you live closer to the rescue than we do, they also offer vouchers for free training courses and some veterinary care. To my knowledge some of the veterinary care is considered common practice in rescues, but I'm relatively certain most shelters don't offer free positive reinforcement training.They are extremely thorough, while it's a very nerve wracking process, the adoption process includes a guided tour around the house your new bud will live in, either in person or sent via videos, like in our case. This includes their main sleeping space, your yard, aby part of your house they'll have access to ect. They also make sure to talk with all household members regarding their interest in the new family member, this is also when they mentioned he may have pitbull in him (which may have been a good opportunity to say the Texas rescue they work with had him listed as a Labrador?)Overall, we love Cosmo, are so glad he's in our lives but his adoption definitely came with unnecessary surprises that absolutely should've been disclosed, especially with how thorough the adoption process was. However, BNR brought us a perfect fit for our family, no matter how he got here, and we are extremely grateful to them.The TLDR:-Was Misled about what kind of dog he was, despite having two conflicting answers on his paper work from Mass vs Texas-He had early signs of respiratory illness from pickup that turned to pneumonia within a week or two-They will work with your situation, as long as they believe you can provide a good home-A positive reinforcement shelter, offers training and training support-Extremely thorough adoption process and kind individuals”

“I grew up going to MCG's farmers markets and now I've worked for them for the past few summers. They are doing incredible work and the organization is filled with passionate, inspiring, and fun people! I would recommed anyone to work, volunteer, or interact with them!!”

“A very nice place, where they make a very delicious Maple Syrup and where they have cultivation techniques to protect it with very new, curious and interesting techniques.”

“Returning to Billerica brought them immense joy. There is nothing more pristine or light than this. Also, the pricing are just ridiculous; there's never a letdown! The locals are warm and humorous. You can find almost whatever you're searching for and more at this store. The best part is that many of the items are brand new and given by businesses that are taking advantage of the tax write-off and passing the savings on to us. They also have new cabinets if you need those. With each passing day, I discover something new, and that includes the kitchen sink. Along with that, I learned that 100% of the proceeds benefit the local community. You won't find a better secondhand store than this one.”

“Clean and organized! Very welcoming and helpfull staff! This pantry is like nothing I have ever seen. Thank you wakefield for this pantry and thank you to all the ppl involved! This has been a great help and is greatly appreciated! This place is a blessing!”

“Awesome YMCA, gymnastics center is our families most used spot. Great classes for my 2-year old, OPEN Gym is fantastic for rainy days and cold winter days. Our daughter held her 2nd birthday party there as well which was so easy for us and wonderful for all the kids! Highly recommend!”