AARP TAX-AIDE
FREE TAX RETURN PREPARATION
AARP FOUNDATION TAX-AIDE PROVIDES
FREE TAX RETURN PREPARATION SERVICES
Free tax preparation and e-filing service for all taxpayers. Tax-Aide is available to taxpayers of all ages and incomes.
Hosted by Island Senior Resources, Sno-Isle Libraries, and The Center in Oak Harbor.
See the scheduling options below.
AARP Tax-Aide will offer free tax return preparation on Whidbey this year. The service is a joint venture with the IRS to promote filing returns electronically. All returns that are able to be e-filed will be e-filed.
This service is available to all taxpayers with special attention to those 60 and older. There is no age limitation and AARP membership is not required.
Tax-Aide is the nation’s largest free tax assistance and preparation service. Thousands of taxpayers in Washington have their tax returns completed annually by the state’s more than 1,000 volunteers.
Tax-Aide opens for scheduling on January 29th, 2026.
To make an appointment:
Call your preferred center at the numbers listed below. Leave a message with your name, phone number, and desired location, date and time.
Additional Notes:
- Oak Harbor Library appointments must be made in-person at Oak Harbor Library.
- Appointments are recommended and will receive preference over walk-ins.
- No walk-ins will be accepted during the last hour of operation.
The Center in Oak Harbor
Wednesdays 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
2/4/26 – 4/15/26
51 SE Jerome Street
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Call The Center to schedule:
360-279-4580
Island Senior Resources: Bayview Center
Thursdays 1 – 7 p.m.
2/5/26 – 4/9/26
Leave a message to schedule:
360-678-3000
Coupeville Library
Friday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2/6/26-4/19/26 (Closed 3/6/25)
788 NW Alexander Street
Coupeville, WA 98239
Leave a message to schedule:
360-678-3000
Oak Harbor Library
Monday 1 – 7 p.m.
Tuesday 9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
2/2/26 – 4/14/26 (Closed 2/16/26)
1000 SE Regatta Drive
Room 137 of Hayes Hall
Oak Harbor, WA 98277
**Appointments can only be made in person.**
What to Bring for Your Tax Appointment Please bring the following so that we can file your taxes:
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Photo ID
For you and your spouse. -
Social Security or ITIN Cards
For you, your spouse, your children, and anyone listed on your return.
Copies are OK, but we need to see the cards even if you know the numbers. -
Last Year’s Tax Return
Federal and State (if you filed one). -
Income Documents
- SSA-1099 (Social Security benefits)
- RRB-1099-R (Railroad Retirement benefits)
- 1099-R (Pension, annuity, or IRA distribution)
- W-2 (Wages from each employer)
- W-2G (Gambling winnings)
- 1099-G (Unemployment compensation)
- Other 1099 forms (Interest, dividends, self-employment, etc.)
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Investment Information
If you sold stocks or mutual funds:- Broker’s statement or details of purchase and sale (dates and prices).
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Tax Payment Records
Any forms showing federal tax paid, including estimated tax payments. -
Health Insurance Information
For everyone in your household, including Form 1095-A if you used the Marketplace or Washington Exchange. -
If You Plan to Itemize
Bring records for:- Medical expenses
- Taxes and mortgage interest
- Charitable contributions
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Childcare Information
Name, address, and tax ID of childcare providers. -
Bank Information
For electronically deposited refunds or to pay an amount you owe, bring a check with your name and account number (for direct deposit or payment).
We will not keep the check.