Dorchester North/Mattapan WIC Program

Dorchester North/Mattapan WIC Program Helping families stay supported all season long. We have 4 locations to serve you
Our Columbia Road Location is the Main Site.

Winter support, community care, and warm connections ❄️ Serving Dorchester North & Mattapan families with WIC resources, local events, and neighborhood updates. Upham's Corner Health Center
547 Columbia Road, Dorchester MA
PH:617-825-8994
Hours: Mondays 11:00AM-7:00PM; Tuesdays 9:00AM-5:00PM; Wednesdays 11:00AM-7:00PM Thursdays 9:00AM-5:00PM Fridays 9:00AM-5:00PM Saturdays 9:00AM-1:00PM ( Open Fir

st Saturday of the Month excluding holidays)

Other locations:
Harvard Street Neighborhood Health Center
632 Blue Hill Avenue, Dorchester, MA
PH: 617-822-5588
Hours: Tuesdays 10am - 6pm; Wednesdays 12pm - 8pm; Thursdays 8:30am -4:30pm; Call for Saturday hours. Mattapan Community Health Center
1575 Blue Hill Avenue, Mattapan, MA
PH: 617-898-9023
Hours: Monday 8:30am-4:30pm; Tuesday- CLOSED; Wednesday 12:00pm - 7:00pm; Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm; Friday 8:30am-4:30pm; Call for Saturday hours. Hyde Park
1295 River Street, Hyde Park, MA
PH: 617-364-4453 or 617-825-8994
1st Monday of the Month- 3:00PM-7:00PM
3rd Thursday of the Month 8:30AM-12:30PM
4th Friday of the Month 9:00AM-5:00PM

Upham's and Mattapan close first Friday of the month from 8:30AM-1:30PM for staff meeting. Upham's Corner WIC office is open the first Saturday of the month from 9:00AM-1:00PM

05/20/2026

NSBE-Boston is currently accepting applications for their INSPIRE internship program.

This is a 6-week paid opportunity ($3,000 stipend) designed to support career exploration in the clean energy field. The program is open to high school juniors and seniors.

Application link:
https://form.jotform.com/260397971583168

05/19/2026

More green, less juice! 🥦 Did you know you can now swap your WIC juice benefit for an extra $3 in Cash Value Benefits (CVB)? That’s more money for fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and veggies.
Ask your WIC nutritionist how to make the switch at your next visit!

05/19/2026

Ready for a May adventure? 🎨 Your WIC card is a ticket to fun! Through Card to Culture, showing your MassWIC card gets you $3 admission to hundreds of museums, zoos, and science centers across Massachusetts.
Visit our website to find a participating spot near you!

05/19/2026

Hey WIC families! 👋 We want to make sure you have the best, most up-to-date info to keep your kiddos healthy and strong. The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) just updated their "Common Questions" guide about childhood immunizations! It’s full of clear answers to specific questions parents may have about immunizations. 🩺✨
Need something quick? They also have a brand-new, "short" version of the FAQ! It’s designed specifically for families and is super easy to read.
📥 Download and print the short version here: Childhood Vaccine FAQ 2026 https://ow.ly/E6Jl50YUExl
💻 Browse the full list of questions online: Common Questions About Immunizations
https://ow.ly/PVPN50YUExk

05/19/2026

🎉 Join the Juneteenth Joy Flashmob! 💃🏾🕺🏾�All ages & levels welcome—dance, celebrate, and perform on June 13 in Hyde Park!

✨ Gift cards for participants�📅 Register by May 25: rejforumhp1@gmail.com

Come for the dance, stay for the fun! 🎶

05/18/2026

🏠 Applications are now open for 25 affordable condos on Harvard Street for income-eligible buyers. These modern studio to 3-bedroom homes are located near Franklin Park and range from $180,800 to $378,000. Join an information session on May 21 at 6 PM to learn more. Visit boston.gov/bostonhomes for details.

05/18/2026

Save the Date! One Boston Multicultural Family Fair
📅 Saturday, June 27 🕛 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Ross Playground, 145 Westminster St, Hyde Park

Join Afrimerican Academy for a family-friendly multicultural celebration featuring:

Food vendors representing cultures from across Boston
Music and cultural performances
Family and youth activities
Community organizations and local businesses
Raffles, giveaways, and prizes
Opportunities to connect across communities

🎁 Register for Prizes & Giveaways
All attendees are encouraged to register in advance to be entered into event-day raffles, prizes, and special giveaways.

They are seeking volunteers, vendors, and sponsors!
For more info and to register:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/one-boston-multicultural-family-fair-food-music-culture-tickets-1988108143977?aff=ebdsoporgprofile

05/15/2026

🛍️ Community Spotlight: Catholic Parishes of the Blue Hills Yard Sale! 🛍️
Looking for a fun weekend activity? Head over to the annual Yard Sale hosted by the Catholic Parishes of the Blue Hills!

Expect great finds, friendly faces, and even a food truck to keep you fueled while you browse. 🍔☕

Interested in selling your own items? Tables are available — $50 for one or $75 for two — but hurry, reservations close May 27 or when tables run out!

📩 Contact John at development@bluehillscollaborative.org to reserve your spot and get the Yard Sale Rules form.

05/15/2026

📢 We’re Hiring!

Join Our WIC Team at Brookside Community Health Center! 💙

The Jamaica Plain–Brighton WIC Program is looking for a Part Time WIC Program Assistant (24 hrs/week) to support our amazing families and community across our Jamaica Plain, Roslindale, and Brighton sites.

We’re looking for someone who is:
✅ Reliable & flexible
✅ Bilingual in Spanish (Portuguese a plus!)
✅ Passionate about helping families access healthy foods and resources
✅ Experienced in WIC or community/healthcare settings

Come be part of a compassionate team dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of women, infants, and children in our community!

Apply here:
https://massgeneralbrigham.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/MGBExternal/job/Jamaica-Plain-MA/WIC-Program-Assistant_RQ4063088-1?shared_id=8f36e726-83cb-4553-87ce-3826f0c72346&utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e230_tv2_tp1_a1demo01ep582p&fbclid=IwY2xjawRux8xleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFDZDZrTklEdVA4TTZLWEpQc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHnC0lg4K3YRbZc_RsgoZ2iJ_oFRXMFkhgE1GccIy_hCVxiqaZvh8QR0zEXyO_aem_iqP_9oL8yK8P0Lb2ecgO4A

Please share with anyone who may be interested!

05/15/2026

⚽🎉 Save the Date! 🎉⚽
Get ready for a FIFA Family Fun Fest filled with games, prizes, arts & crafts, refreshments, and lots of soccer excitement!
📅 Saturday, June 6
⏰ 1–3 PM
📍 Thomas M. Menino YMCA
Cheer on Haiti 🇭🇹 vs. Scotland 🏴 and bring the whole family—everyone is invited for an afternoon of fun on and off the field! 🙌⚽✨

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547 Columbia Road
Boston, MA
02125

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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