Free tax preparation assistance will once again be available to Central Oregon residents through AARP Foundation’s Tax-Aide Program, an all-volunteer-run program serving low-income and older adult taxpayers. Appointments will be offered at multiple locations across the region, including the Council on Aging of Central Oregon’s Senior Services Center in Bend. The appointment lines for each site open on January 15.
AARP Foundation Tax Aide Locations in Central Oregon
Bend – COCC Campus Cascades Hall Room 118
Address: 2600 NW College Way
Contact: 541-728-3053
Walk-in appointments available Saturdays starting at 9:00 AM
Friday appointments by reservation only
Bend – Council on Aging of Central Oregon
Address: 1036 NE 5th Street
Contact: 541-668-7597
By appointment only
Bend – Latino Community Association
Address: 2680 NE Twin Knolls Drive, Suite #110
Contact: 541-788-4831
Bilingual tax preparers available
By appointment only
La Pine – La Pine Senior Activity Center
Address: 16450 Victory Way
Contact: 541-536-6237
By appointment only
Redmond – NeighborImpact
Address: 2303 SW 1st Street
Contact: 541-526-3834
By appointment only
Warm Springs – Community Action Team
Address: 1136 Paiute Avenue, Warm Springs
Contact: 541-553-3148
By appointment only
Online
Self-preparation with remote assistance from an AARP Tax-Aide Counselor
aarpfoundation.org/taxaideselfprep
Contact: 458-206-1821
For more information, please visit the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide website or contact your preferred location directly.
For those interested in giving back to the community, AARP Tax-Aide is always seeking dedicated volunteers to join its team. Volunteers receive comprehensive training and the opportunity to help neighbors navigate the often-complex tax filing process. Whether you have a knack for numbers or simply enjoy connecting with people, this is a meaningful way to make a difference. Those interested can learn more and apply at aarpfoundation.org/TaxaideVolunteer or call 541-668-7634.
