Ayer, MA Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 1,499

Median Age: 45.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ayer: 136.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 88.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Zip Codes: 01432, 01434

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $67,746 (it was $41,808 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,810 (it was $23,574 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $325,361 (it was $155,400 in 2000) Ayer:$325,361MA:$385,400

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Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

Alcohol Testing Ayer, MA

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Alcohol Testing Ayer, MA

Accredited Drug Testing provides alcohol testing at testing centers located in Ayer, MA and the surrounding areas. Alcohol testing is available for DOT and non DOT purposes and Court Ordered requirements. Testing methods include breath alcohol (BAC), urine, oral saliva and hair testing. Same day service is available at our Ayer, MA locations and most Ayer, MA alcohol testing centers are within minutes of your home or office.

Alcohol Testing is administered for court ordered (ETG), DOT and Non-DOT testing including random selection, reasonable suspicion, post-accident testing and other reason an employer or individual may need an Alcohol Test.

200 GROTON RD 1.4 miles

200 GROTON RD
AYER, MA 1432
Categories: AYER MA

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A 8.5 miles

435 Lancaster Street Suite 214A
Leominster, MA 1453
Categories: Leominster MA

60 HOSPITAL RD 8.8 miles

60 HOSPITAL RD
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

424 CENTRAL ST 9.0 miles

424 CENTRAL ST
LEOMINSTER, MA 1453
Categories: LEOMINSTER MA

7 DEANE ST 11.3 miles

7 DEANE ST
MAYNARD, MA 1754
Categories: MAYNARD MA

5 WINTER ST 11.9 miles

5 WINTER ST
HUDSON, MA 1749
Categories: HUDSON MA

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200 12.3 miles

10 RESEARCH PL STE 200
NORTH CHELMSFORD, MA 1863
Categories: NORTH CHELMSFORD MA

39 Village Square, 12.5 miles

39 Village Square,
Chelmsford, MA 1824
Categories: Chelmsford MA

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY 12.8 miles

228 DANIEL WEBSTER HWY
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202 13.6 miles

17 RIVERSIDE ST STE 202
NASHUA, NH 3062
Categories: NASHUA NH

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203 14.2 miles

166 KINSLEY ST STE 203
NASHUA, NH 3060
Categories: NASHUA NH

157 UNION ST 14.4 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

157 UNION ST 14.4 miles

157 UNION ST
MARLBORO, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBORO MA

300 Main St, 14.9 miles

300 Main St,
Nashua, NH 3060
Categories: Nashua NH

42 BOSTON POST RD W 15.2 miles

42 BOSTON POST RD W
MARLBOROUGH, MA 1752
Categories: MARLBOROUGH MA

8 AUBURN ST 15.4 miles

8 AUBURN ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1, 15.4 miles

221 Boston Rd, Suite 1,
Billerica, MA 1862
Categories: Billerica MA

14A BROAD ST 15.4 miles

14A BROAD ST
NASHUA, NH 3064
Categories: NASHUA NH

1 HOSPITAL DR 15.8 miles

1 HOSPITAL DR
LOWELL, MA 1852
Categories: LOWELL MA

700 Rogers Street, 16.5 miles

700 Rogers Street,
Lowell, MA 1854
Categories: Lowell MA

510 BOSTON RD 16.8 miles

510 BOSTON RD
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

345 MAIN ST 17.2 miles

345 MAIN ST
TEWKSBURY, MA 1876
Categories: TEWKSBURY MA

28 Newton St 17.8 miles

28 Newton St
Southboro, MA 1772
Categories: Southboro MA

7 FRANCINE RD 18.4 miles

7 FRANCINE RD
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1701
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

48 HAMILTON AVE 18.4 miles

48 HAMILTON AVE
BILLERICA, MA 1821
Categories: BILLERICA MA

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202 19.3 miles

333 SW Cutoff Suite 202
Northborough, MA 1532
Categories: Northborough MA

58 BEDFORD ST 19.5 miles

58 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

35 BEDFORD ST 19.5 miles

35 BEDFORD ST
LEXINGTON, MA 2420
Categories: LEXINGTON MA

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE 19.9 miles

90 MIDDLESEX TPKE
BURLINGTON, MA 1803
Categories: BURLINGTON MA

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584 20.4 miles

202 ELI DR PO BOX 584
GARDNER, MA 1440
Categories: GARDNER MA

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3 20.4 miles

50 WORCESTER RD STE 3
FRAMINGHAM, MA 1702
Categories: FRAMINGHAM MA

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE 20.4 miles

707 MILFORD RD RTE 101A, PINNACLE SQUARE
MERRIMACK, NH 3054
Categories: MERRIMACK NH

630 PLANTATION ST 20.5 miles

630 PLANTATION ST
WORCESTER, MA 1605
Categories: WORCESTER MA

500 Lincoln Street 20.8 miles

500 Lincoln Street
Worcester, MA 1605
Categories: Worcester MA

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308 21.1 miles

61 Lincoln St, Suite 308
Framingham, MA 1702
Categories: Framingham MA

1030 MAIN ST 21.4 miles

1030 MAIN ST
WALTHAM, MA 2451
Categories: WALTHAM MA

190 N MAIN ST 21.5 miles

190 N MAIN ST
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

1 Branch St, 21.5 miles

1 Branch St,
Methuen, MA 1844
Categories: Methuen MA

352 BELMONT ST 21.8 miles

352 BELMONT ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200 21.8 miles

51 Sawyer Rd Ste 200
Waltham, MA 2453
Categories: Waltham MA

9 HOPE AVE 21.8 miles

9 HOPE AVE
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

490 SHREWSBURY ST 21.9 miles

490 SHREWSBURY ST
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

70 HOPE AVE APT 409 21.9 miles

70 HOPE AVE APT 409
WALTHAM, MA 2453
Categories: WALTHAM MA

66B CONCORD ST 22.2 miles

66B CONCORD ST
WILMINGTON, MA 1887
Categories: WILMINGTON MA

P.O. Box 546 22.6 miles

P.O. Box 546
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102, 22.6 miles

45 Stiles Rd Ste 102,
Salem, NH 3079
Categories: Salem NH

31 STILES RD STE 1300 22.7 miles

31 STILES RD STE 1300
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W 22.7 miles

945 WORCESTER ST ROUTE 9W
NATICK, MA 1760
Categories: NATICK MA

POH on-site only 22.7 miles

POH on-site only
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

Onsite Only 22.7 miles

Onsite Only
Woburn Ma, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn Ma MA

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A 22.9 miles

25 PELHAM RD, STE 103A
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level 22.9 miles

100 MLK, Jr. Blvd, Lower Level
Worcester, MA 1608
Categories: Worcester MA

415 MAIN ST 23.2 miles

415 MAIN ST
WORCESTER, MA 1608
Categories: WORCESTER MA

255 PARK AVE STE 400 23.5 miles

255 PARK AVE STE 400
WORCESTER, MA 1609
Categories: WORCESTER MA

1 MARINA PARK DR. 23.6 miles

1 MARINA PARK DR.
WEST NEWTON, MA 2465
Categories: WEST NEWTON MA

141 MASSASOIT RD 23.7 miles

141 MASSASOIT RD
WORCESTER, MA 1604
Categories: WORCESTER MA

159 N BROADWAY 23.9 miles

159 N BROADWAY
SALEM, NH 3079
Categories: SALEM NH

49 RANGE RD STE 101 23.9 miles

49 RANGE RD STE 101
WINDHAM, NH 3087
Categories: WINDHAM NH

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225 24.1 miles

800 W CUMMINGS PARK STE 5225
WOBURN, MA 1801
Categories: WOBURN MA

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400 24.1 miles

600 W Cummings Park Ste 3400
Woburn, MA 1801
Categories: Woburn MA

60 EAST ST STE 1400 24.2 miles

60 EAST ST STE 1400
METHUEN, MA 1844
Categories: METHUEN MA

138 Haverhill St, 24.4 miles

138 Haverhill St,
Andover, MA 1810
Categories: Andover MA

50 NASHUA RD STE 301 24.5 miles

50 NASHUA RD STE 301
LONDONDERRY, NH 3053
Categories: LONDONDERRY NH

41 CARLETON RD 24.5 miles

41 CARLETON RD
BELMONT, MA 2478
Categories: BELMONT MA

1 GENERAL ST 24.7 miles

1 GENERAL ST
LAWRENCE, MA 1841
Categories: LAWRENCE MA

To schedule an alcohol test in Ayer, MA call (800) 221-4291 or online 24/7

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Alcohol Detection Periods

Breath Alcohol

Current / Immediate

ETG - Urine

80 Hours

Standard Urine

1 - 2 Days

Whether you want to detect current alcohol impairment, recent alcohol consumption, or alcohol usage within the past 3 days, Accredited Drug Testing offers the testing services that fit your needs.

Alcohol tests are administered for a variety of different reasons and greatly differ from drug tests. Drug tests (those that analyze samples of hair and urine) attempt to detect usage of illegal drugs over a lengthy time period, generally ranging from a week to several months. However, alcohol tests are aimed at detecting consumption of a legal - though regulated - substance within a much shorter timeframe. Rather than testing for past usage, an alcohol drug test will register only the immediate presence of alcohol in the human body.

Breath Alcohol Drug Test

Otherwise known as a breathalyzer, Breath Alcohol Test (BATs) make frequent appearances in sitcoms and crime shows. That is because they are quite commonly used given that the test is easy to administer and provides nearly instantaneous results. Police officers rely on breathalyzer exams to detect when drivers are on the road and above the legal alcohol limit. Because BATs provide only a current-moment snapshot of the body's blood alcohol content, they should only be administered when someone is required to be sober at the current time. Such cases would include driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery.

Accredited Drug Testing centers are dedicated to providing accurate results every time. For that reason, our certified staff only administers DOT-approved Evidential Breath Testing devices (EBTs). Procedures are meticulously controlled to ensure that all results are admissible in a court of law.

DOT only permits a breath alcohol test. Urine alcohol tests are not permitted by the Department of Transportation. Therefore, a DOT regulated employee would take a 5 panel DOT urine test but only a breath alcohol test if required.

Urine Alcohol Drug Test Finally, for rare cases an EtG exam will be administered to determine if alcohol has been consumed over a 5 day period. EtGs are typically reserved for individuals undergoing a court-ordered sobriety or alcohol rehabilitation program.

Saliva / Oral Fluid Alcohol Test

Accredited Drug Testing also offers a saliva specimen alcohol test in addition, to breath and urine testing. Oral fluid alcohol test can provide immediate results or if requested can be sent to certified laboratory for analysis

Confidential alcohol drug tests can be conducted at any location utilizing the Accredited Drug Testing mobile on-site program service.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service is simple and easy, Call (800)221-4291) or click below to order online 24/7.

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Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for all needs including employment, DOT, court ordered, school, personal and are available for both individuals and employers.

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, offers 5, 10 and 12 panel drug test screenings utilizing urine, hair, blood and oral fluids/saliva. Alcohol testing is available for breath alcohol, standard urine and ETG testing.

Our laboratories are SAMHSA certified and all tests results are verified by our in house licensed physicians who serve as Medical Review Officers.

On the road or on vacation, no worries, Accredited Drug Testing has testing centers in all cities Nationwide and we can schedule your test, ANYWHERE, ANYTIME!

Department of Transportation (DOT)

If you are DOT regulated company or an individual employed in a safety sensitive position, Accredited Drug Testing Inc offers certified DOT drug and alcohol testing and other DOT required services for FMCSA, FTA, FRA, PHMSA, USCG and FAA.

Accredited Drug Testing also provides a DOT random testing consortium, DOT drug policy for employers and DOT physicals.

Drug Free Workplace

Many States encourage employers to be a drug free workplace and several States provide a discount on workers compensation premiums, if the business owner is certified as a drug free workplace and the drug testing program complies with State law.

We Come To You! On-site/mobile drug testing is also available for employers when you need to save time and money, we provide on-site drug testing for construction sites, road side accidents, hospitals, schools or any on-site drug testing need.

Our alcohol testing Ayer, MA centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be at times stressful. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation.

Our drug testing Ayer, MA locations have trained and certified professional drug testing specialists and our alcohol testing Ayer, MA centers and staff are committed to providing courteous, helpful and professional assistance.

Please be aware that testing locations do not accept any form of payment and require a test registration donor pass to administer a drug, alcohol, or any other type of test. You must call (800) 221-4291 to register for a test or you may register online, no appointment is needed, but a test registration form is required.

Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is a procedure used to measure an individual's blood alcohol content (BAC) or detect the presence of alcohol in the body. This testing is crucial in various contexts, including law enforcement, workplace safety, and medical screening. For consumers, understanding the available methods and their specific uses can help in making informed decisions about alcohol testing.

Methods of Alcohol Testing

  • Breathalyzer Tests: These are the most common form of alcohol testing, especially used by law enforcement. They measure the alcohol content in the breath, which correlates with blood alcohol levels.
  • Blood Tests: Considered the most accurate method, blood tests directly measure the alcohol concentration in the bloodstream. However, they require professional medical personnel to collect the blood sample.
  • Urine Tests: Urine tests are less commonly used for alcohol because of their less accurate representation of current blood alcohol levels but can detect alcohol consumption up to 24 hours after intake.
  • Saliva Tests: These tests are less invasive and can detect the presence of alcohol in the saliva, which is a good approximation of BAC.

Applications of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing is used in several key areas:

  1. Law Enforcement: To enforce drinking and driving laws and ensure public safety.
  2. Workplace Safety: In industries where operating heavy machinery or driving is involved, employers use alcohol testing to ensure a safe work environment.
  3. Health Monitoring: Medical professionals may require alcohol testing for patients undergoing treatment for alcohol use disorder or monitoring those with specific health conditions.

Advantages of Alcohol Testing

Alcohol testing offers several benefits:

  • Prevention of Accidents: It helps in reducing the risk of accidents associated with alcohol consumption, especially in driving and workplace scenarios.
  • Health and Safety Compliance: It ensures compliance with health and safety regulations, particularly in work environments.
  • Support for Recovery Programs: Regular testing can support individuals in recovery programs by holding them accountable and encouraging sobriety.

Limitations of Alcohol Testing

Despite its benefits, alcohol testing has limitations:

  • Variability in Accuracy: Some methods, like breathalyzers, can sometimes give false positives due to factors like diet, medical conditions, or even certain medications.
  • Invasiveness: Some methods, particularly blood tests, are invasive and require professional handling.
  • Privacy Concerns: The necessity to disclose personal consumption habits can raise privacy issues, especially in employment contexts.

In conclusion, alcohol testing plays a critical role in law enforcement, workplace safety, and health care. While it offers numerous benefits in promoting safety and health standards, awareness of its limitations and appropriate use is essential for achieving accurate and reliable results.

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Local Area Info: Ayer, Massachusetts

Ayer is a town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. Originally part of Groton, it was incorporated February 14, 1871, and became a major commercial railroad junction. The town was home to Camp Stevens, a training camp for Massachusetts volunteers during the American Civil War. Later, Fort Devens was established by the federal government to train New England soldiers for World War I. Fort Devens is a major influence on the area, although it is considerably smaller than when it was first closed in the mid-1990s. The town's population was 7,427 at the 2010 census.

Ayer was originally inhabited by the Nashaway, a Nipmuc people that inhabited the lands along the Nashua River and its tributaries. A small settlement was located along the banks of the Nonacoicus Brook, located in the western part of the town. The name of the Nashaway village, its people and the brook, pronounced by locals as /?n? n? ?k?? ??s/, was also recorded in early English sources as 'Nonajcoyjicus,' 'Nonocoyecos,' 'Nonacoiacus' and 'Nonaicoics.' According to the personal manuscripts of Justice Samuel Sewall, best known for his controversial role in the Salem witch trials, he was told sometime in 1698 by Hanah, wife of Sachem Ahaton of the Ponkapoag Massachusett tribe, that the name was actually Nunnacoquis (modern Wôpanâak Massachusett dialect Nunahkuqees /n?nahk?k?i?s/) and signified 'an Indian earthen pot' although literally refers to a 'small dry earthen pot.' The name was likely a reference to a series of small mounds along the banks of the Nonacoicus Brook.

Very little archaeological evidence has been found of settlement in the region, most likely lost to centuries of cultivation and development, although a handful of stone tools or evidence of habitation have been found along the shores of the Nashua River, Nonacoicus Brook, Sandy Pond and Long Pond as well as a rock shelter on Snake Hill. Although some have been dated to the Early Woodland Period (3000-2000 BP), the majority of findings are from the Late Woodland and Early Contact Period (1000-450 BP). In addition, portions of Main Street and Sandy Pond Road are believed to follow the vast network of trails used by Native peoples for trade, travel and communication. The Nashaway likely cultivated corn, beans and squash, but depended on foraging for fruits, nuts, tubers and seeds to supplement their diets. Seasonally, camps were set up in hunting areas, but the most important gatherings were likely the annual spawning migrations of Atlantic salmon, alewife, American shad, blueback herring and sea lamprey that once swam up the Nashua River from the sea via the Merrimack River.

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Population (male): 1,499

Median Age: 45.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Ayer: 136.3 (high, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (breakdown): (10.1% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 88.1% for Hispanic or Latino residents)

Zip Codes: 01432, 01434

Median Incomes:
      Estimated median household income in 2017: $67,746 (it was $41,808 in 2000)
      Estimated per capita income in 2017: $37,810 (it was $23,574 in 2000)
      Estimated median house or condo value in 2017: $325,361 (it was $155,400 in 2000) Ayer:$325,361MA:$385,400

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