Tax Time: Find Free Help With AARP Assistance in Colorado

Grand Junction residents who would like to take advantage of the AARP Foundation’s free tax assistance program can do so beginning next month. Scheduling begins soon and recently, we’ve noticed several listeners have reached out asking where they can find more info.

Keep reading to learn three things you need to know about using the prep service in Colorado for the 2025 Tax Season which begins officially on January 27th.

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Grand Junction Service Availability and Scheduling

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According to Censusreporter.org, about 38% of Grand Junction residents are 50 years old or older. Grand Junction residents ages 60 to 69 represent 14% of the city’s population, the largest population-by-age category.

If you or someone you know is interested in AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the program is about to start offering services on February 1^st. Assistance will be available by appointment Monday through Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Western Slope Now reports in-person appointments in Grand Junction will be scheduled for the US Bank location on White Avenue.

Who Is Eligible for the Free Service?

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AARP’s free tax prep assistance is open to taxpayers over the age of 50. Their tax prep volunteers are most familiar with older individuals with low to moderate income, but their assistance is open to anyone who meets the age limit.

What Documents Will You Need?

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Bring your Colorado ID, Social Security Card, income statements like a W-2, and any 1099s. Bring records of any deductions or credits. Find more information and schedule your appointment in Grand Junction by calling (970) 589-3789 or (970) 210-5705.

Additional Tax-Aide Appointment information for Colorado locations offering online assistance can be found here.

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