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Acton, Town Of, Local Aid Programs

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About this facility

Mission: Acton's Local Aid Programs aims to assist a variety of people who meet certain qualifications, such as age and financial situation. The programs also assist veterans, widows, and other folks. See Notes below for specific programs. Or link above for a summary sheet.
Areas served: Acton, MA
Eligibility: People over 65, Disabled Veterans, Widows of Police/Fire/Vets, and folks whose income and assets fall below certain limitations and/or other situations "by discretion".
Fee for service: Yes - $0.00 - Fee Includes
Fee details: For the Tax Deferral Program only. Other programs are free.
Clients must bring: State Issued ID & Tax Return
Service: Permanent
Waiting list: No

Notes

Acton's Local Aid Programs:

- Property Tax Exemptions (discounts)
- Senior Work Program (volunteer for up to $750/year in tax credits!)
- Tax Deferral

Town Web Site:
http://www.town.acton.ma.us/

Direct link to a SUMMARY OF RELIEF PROGRAMS:
http://www.town.acton.ma.us/content.aspx?id=1896

Direct link to SENIOR, VETERAN and DISABLED Tax Relief programs:
http://doc.acton-ma.gov/dsweb/Get/Document-22074/Tax%20Relief%20for%20Seniors.pdf

State "Senior Circuit Breaker" Program:

Brian McCullan can help seniors apply to get a refund on their state taxes for the real estate taxes they've paid either as an owner, or as a renter.

Please email Brian for a copy of the PowerPoint presentation summarizing the programs, as well as other information on these programs:

assessors@acton-ma.gov