Senior Citizen Property Tax Work-Off Program

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Program Information

The Senior Citizen Tax Work-Off Program allows seniors, aged 60 and older, to volunteer their services in exchange for a reduction in their property tax bill. Participants may earn a maximum reduction of $750 per fiscal year based on a rate per hour of service that cannot exceed the Commonwealth of Massachusetts' minimum wage.

Program Requirements:

• You must be a taxpayer, 60 years of age or older during the tax year when the volunteering is completed and the tax reduction is credited.
• To be credited, you must have an ownership interest and reside in the property year-round.
• Total reduction will not exceed $750
• 50 hours must be completed by November 13th of the credited year.
• A CORI release form must accompany the application.

Other Information:

• All lottery winners will be required to attend a mandatory orientation session at the Senior Center prior to beginning their service.
• Work can start immediately following participant notification, in conjunction with authorization by the Council on Aging Director.
• Work will generally be completed during the Town's normal business hours, depending on the needs of the town department the participant is assigned to.
• Money earned through the Tax Work-Off Program is reportable income for federal taxes only. Participants will receive a W-2 form for the amount earned through the program.

Applications must be returned to the Winthrop Senior Center by noon on Friday, March 27, 2026. Please note that you will need to provide a valid ID (license, passport, etc.) when you submit your application.

If you have any questions, please contact the Winthrop Senior Center via email, or by calling: 617-846-8538.