AARP Tax Program
AARP Tax-Aide is a free program run by the AARP Foundation to guide people with low to moderate incomes through their taxes, making sure they receive all the deductions and credits allowed. Tax-Aide volunteers are trained to assist with filing the 1040 Form and the more standard of the schedules, including Schedules A and B. Taxpayers with complex tax returns are advised to seek paid tax assistance. Electronic filing (e-filing) is offered at most sites, with no charge to the taxpayer. E-filing ensures more accurate tax returns and faster processing of tax refunds. Available February 1 through April 15, it is the nation's largest free, volunteer-run tax assistance and preparation service. For more information, visit their website.
http://www.aarp.org/money/taxes/info-2004/about_aarp_taxaide.html
Blue Mountain Action Council is pleased to participate in this valuable, free service to the community by offering office space for the volunteer tax preparers. Our receptionist begins scheduling appointments for Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays during the first week of January. Appointment are made through April 15 of the tax year.
The Senior Center at the Park at 720 Sprague Street also hosts the AARP Tax volunteers. The phone number for the Senior Center at the Park is (509)527-3775.
David Frasco is the local coordinator for the AARP volunteers. If you have questions or would like to volunteer to help, email him at this address: davidfrasco@charter.net.