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AARP Tax Aide Program
Starting February 3 - April 15, the AARP Tax-Aide program offers free tax preparation assistance. Details are listed below, and for further information, please visit AARP's Tax-Aide website. No appointments are necessary.
Tax-Aide will be at the Puyallup Library on the following days of the week:
Fridays (February 3 - April 14, 2023) 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Saturdays (February 4 - April 15, 2023) 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
If the dates and times at our library do not work for you, please call 253-693-8731. It will list other sites and their hours. If you need further assistance, leave a message with a good time to call, and someone from AARP will get back to you.
Please note that the library has no paper copies of tax forms available. You are welcome to print them at one of the computer stations or ask 2nd-floor desk staff to assist with printing.
Things to Know
- This service is offered by the AARP Foundation and its volunteers, and is not a library service. Library staff cannot help you file your taxes.
- Returns are completed by volunteers trained by AARP Foundation and the IRS.
- Most returns will be filed electronically.
- This service is intended for seniors and low/middle income taxpayers, not business owners or investment earners.
- You do not have to be an AARP member or a senior citizen to use this service.
- An official sign-up sheet will be available about one hour before the stated opening time. No advance or phone-in reservations will be taken. Large numbers of people are expected!
What to Bring
Not sure what documents you need to bring with you?
AARP Tax-Aide asks that you bring:
- Social Security Card for yourself and all dependents.
- Government-issued photo identification for you and your spouse, if applicable.
- Copy of the previous year's tax return. If necessary, contact the IRS for a copy of last year's return.
- W-2 forms from each employer.
- All 1099 forms (1099-INT, 1099-DIV, 1099-misc., etc.) showing interest and/or dividends as well as documentation showing the original purchase price of your sold assets.
- If you were paid Social Security benefits, bring your SSA-1099.
- If you received a pension, annuity, or IRA distribution, bring your 1099R.
- All forms indicating federal income tax paid.
- If applicable, unemployment compensation statements.
- Documentation of Real Estate Taxes Paid and/or Child Care Provider information (name, employer ID, SSN).
- If itemizing deductions, provide totals of receipts (no shoe boxes). Each category must be totaled.
- Health insurance coverage information for taxpayer, spouse, and all dependents.
- Form 1095-A, if you purchased this insurance through the Health Benefit Exchange. If available, please provide forms 1095-B and 1095-C.
- Any health care exceptions received from the IRS or the Health Benefit Exchange.
Local Resources
IRS Taxpayer Assistance Center - Tacoma
1201 Pacific Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98402
Monday - Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
253.428.3518
For a list of additional IRS offices in Washington, click here.
Internal Revenue Service - Find and print tax forms and instruction for this year, as well as previous years. You can also find information about how to file, tax laws, or locating professionals to assist you.
Washington State Department of Revenue - Find information on filing and paying state taxes.
Where's My Refund? - Are you expecting a refund on your federal taxes? The IRS's website can help you get your personal refund information and track it.
Activity Center Sessions
AARP Tax-Aide volunteers will also be available at the Puyallup Activity Center for those who would prefer tax preparation by appointment.
Appointments are required - call 253-841-5555. Appointments will be available starting on January 13, 2023.