Due to Coronavirus Concerns, AARP Tax Aide, Other Programs Suspended

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, the nation’s largest free, volunteer-based tax preparation and assistance service will suspend tax preparation services at all sites effective Monday, March 16, until further notice. The action is due to concerns about the spread of coronavirus. The program’s website, www.aarpfoundation.org/taxaide, is the best resource for information and changes in service availability.

“Tax-Aide is prioritizing the health of taxpayers, our volunteers, and the communities we serve by suspending service until further notice,” said AARP Foundation President Lisa Marsh Ryerson.

Tax-Aide will continue to assess whether some or all sites can re-open during this tax season as regularly scheduled, or during a longer tax season if it is extended.

While Tax-Aide provides free tax preparation and filing services to all taxpayers, many of its clients are over 60, a group considered by health experts at higher risk for COVID-19.

"Additionally, all other AARP programs in Missouri are cancelled through at least April 30th," said Craig Eichelman AARP Missouri State Director.

AARP has been working to promote the health and well-being of older Americans for more than sixty years. "In the face of this outbreak, AARP is providing information and resources to help older people and those caring for them to protect themselves from the virus and prevent it from spreading to others," Eichelman said.

Websites

• AARP - How the U.S. is preparing for the spread of COVID-19, plus expert tips to stay healthy
• Missouri Health and Human Services
• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is the most comprehensive repository of information and resources regarding the current status of the outbreak across the U.S.

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