AARP Free Tax Preparation Available

AARP Press Release

Beginning in February through mid-April, AARP will provide free tax preparation in our area. Call your nearest location now for how to obtain information packets and appointments.

The purpose of the AARP Tax Aide program is to provide free tax preparation for low-to-moderate income families and individuals whose returns are within the scope of our volunteer training. Space restrictions and fewer volunteers due to COVID issues will again restrict the number of returns prepared this season. Those with Adjusted Gross Incomes greater than $125,000 and complicated tax issues should consider other avenues for their tax preparation, to help AARP tax aide volunteers focus on those truly needing these free services. AARP membership is not required to use this free service. The following procedures will be in place for purposes of safety and efficiency of tax preparation:

• A tax packet must be obtained and completely filled out prior to making the in-person appointment.

• All personal tax documents must be collected, and the Intake Form (13614C) completed and signed before the appointment can be scheduled.

• Masks are generally required for in-person appointments.

• Hours and days vary by location, and procedures for appointments will be provided when the appointment is made.

• Appointments are required.

Orange:

• Lake of the Woods Clubhouse, 102 Lakeview Parkway, Locust Grove. Open Fridays and Saturdays. Pick up packets at the Wilderness Branch Library, 6421 Flat Run Road. Call 540-318-0345 for appointments.

• Orange Community Center, 235 Warren Street, Orange. Open most Tuesdays and Thursdays. Call 540-661-5475 for appointments and packet information.

Fredericksburg:

• Salem Church Library, 2607 Salem Church Road, Fredericksburg. Wednesdays and Fridays. Call 540-372-1144 for appointments and packet information.

Culpeper:

• Culpeper Senior Center, 710 U.S. Avenue, Culpeper. Open Thursdays and Saturdays. Packets may be picked up at the Senior Center.

Solos February Schedule

by Pam Nalls, Member, LOW Solos Club

As 2023 gets underway, why not consider joining the LOW Solos Club to relax and enjoy friendly conversation. We meet on Wednesdays for brunch or dinner and have outings such as plays, movies, house parties, etc. Our Point of Contact is Pam Nalls at 540-972-5253 or pnalls@verizon.net Our February schedule follows: