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    AARP Tax-Aide Appointments

    The schedule of available time slots is quickly filling up for the free income
    tax assistance program.

    Some slots are available on February 14, two slots are open on February 28th, three on March 13th and several openings remain on March 27th and April 10th.

    The program is open to residents and non-residents alike. For additional information or to schedule your appointment, please contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 ext. 6. The AARP Tax-Aide appointments are held at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road, Preston.

    New Addition to Preston Senior Affairs Committee

    The Preston Senior Affairs Committee would like to announce the
    appointment of Debra Eddy as its newest member. Debra will join with Committee members Chairman Morris Fishbone, Elizabeth Bassette, Marie Perrin and Fran Minor to complete their term of office thru December 31, 2024. Meetings are conducted on the first Tuesday of the month, with the exception of July and August. (we’re on recess during that time) For the convenience of the community, meetings are conducted in person at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road and via teleconference. Meeting notices are posted on the Town of Preston website and are open to the public.

    Chasing the Winter Blues Away by UNCAS Health

    Minimizing the Impact of Seasonal Affective Disorder:

    As the days grow shorter and the temperatures drop, many people
    experience a shift in their mood and energy levels. This seasonal change can
    trigger a type of depression known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). SAD is
    characterized by a recurrent pattern of depressive symptoms that begin and end
    at about the same time each year, typically during the fall and winter months.

    Symptoms of SAD:
    • Feeling sad or depressed most of the day
    • Loss of interest or pleasure in activities you used to enjoy.
    • Changes in appetite or weight (overeating or loss of appetite).
    • Trouble sleeping or sleeping too much.
    • Feeling sluggish or having low energy levels.
    • Difficulty concentrating or making decisions.
    • Feeling hopeless or worthless.
    • Thoughts of suicide.

    For additional information regarding SAD and ways in which you can seek assistance, please contact Uncas Health District at 860-823-1189.

    AARP Tax-Aide Program

    We are delighted to announce we will continue to offer the AARP Tax
    Assistance Program at the Preston Senior Center again this year. Our schedule
    begins with Wednesday, February 14th at 10:00 a.m. Sessions will be conducted
    on two-week intervals including February 14th, February 28th, March 13th, March 27th and concluding on April 10th. Appointments will be scheduled at one-hour intervals starting at 10:00 a.m. and continuing through 1:00 p.m.

     

    AARP Income Tax Assistance Program is free of charge and will be
    conducted at the Preston Senior Center, 42 Long Society Road. The income tax
    preparation assistance is designed for low and middle-income tax payers of all
    ages, with special attention to those individuals who are 60 years of age or older.

     

    We also request that you bring your Income Tax documents from 2022 which you filed.

     

    If married, we ask that both husband and wife are present during the
    income tax counseling session. Taxpayers must bring all documents which they
    have received that apply to their 2023 income tax.

     

    If you are interested in scheduling an appointment with a Certified AARP
    Tax Counselor, please call the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 extension 6
    leaving your name and telephone number and a brief message. You will be
    contacted regarding scheduling availability.

     

    When coming to your appointment, we strongly recommend that you bring
    your 2022 income tax documents with you.

     

    The AARP Tax Assistance Program is provided FREE of Charge by extremely
    well trained and Certified Counselors. We anticipate having three counselors
    available this season. The Counselors make every effort to ensure accuracy and
    they complete each and every income tax appointment in a professional manner.
    On occasion some income tax appointments take a little longer to complete than
    others. We ask you to be patient as its not the intent to complete as many returns
    as possible but to allow ample time to complete each return accurately. If you
    need to cancel your appointment, a courtesy call letting us know would be helpful.

    Preston Senior Affairs Committee

    The Preston Senior Affairs Committee currently has a vacancy. The Committee members serve one-year increments from January 1st to December 31st of each year and may request to be reappointed for additional terms. Meetings are conducted on the First Tuesday of the month at 1:00 p.m. Meeting locations may vary between the Preston Town Hall, Preston Senior Center and periodically meetings are conducted via conference call. If you are interested in considering applying to fill this vacancy, please contact the Senior Affairs Office at 860-887-5581 extension 6.