Taxes got you down? Turn that frown around! The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program is Offering

Free Tax Return Assistance! 📋🤔

Tri-County Office on Aging (TCOA) and the AARP Foundation are partnering once again to provide free tax return assistance and preparation through the AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program beginning January 27 through April 15, 2026. The Tax-Aide program is available to anyone, with a special focus on taxpayers who are over 50 or who have low to moderate income. You do not need to be an AARP member to receive an appointment. Your taxes will be completed and filed at this appointment.

This is a free service provided by AARP Foundation Tax-Aide, no need to be a member, no age limits.

Appointments are required at all locations, please, no walk-ins.

Appointments book up fast, call starting January 6^th for an appointment.

• Tri-County Office on Aging - 5303 South Cedar St. Building 1, Lansing; Hours: Monday through Thursday Call 517-887-1440

• Windsor Township - 300 W Jefferson St., Dimondale; Hours: Monday and Wednesday Call 517-646-0633

• Northwest Initiative – 510 W. Ottawa St., Lansing; Hours: Monday and Tuesday Call 517-999-2894

• DeWitt Township Community Center – 16101 Brook Rd., DeWitt; Hours: Monday and Wednesday Call 517-668-0270

• East Lansing Public Library – 950 Abbot Rd., East Lansing; Hours: Monday and Tuesday Call 517-351-2420

Not all locations’ phones may be answered all day every day. You may have to call at a different time.

The Volunteer Spotlight for December is... Lilly, a State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) Counselor!

"I am a recent graduate of Hope College, with degrees in Global Health and Communications (concentrations in Healthy Communities and Public Policy) and a minor in Leadership. I work at Disability Network as an Independent Living Specialist, where I support individuals in navigating services that promote independence and quality of life!

As a SHIP counselor, I work with older adults to make health insurance and Medicare information easier to understand. I enjoy connecting with seniors at TCOA and helping them feel confident in their decisions while accessing programs that support their independence and well-being! I look forward to helping make a positive impact on my community!"

✨ Thank you, Lilly, for helping older adults navigate Medicare! ✨

Speaking of volunteering...

Look no further! Many of TCOA's programs are only able to operate thanks to the dedicated impact of volunteers throughout the Tri-County area. Whether you're looking to give a couple hours a month to a few hours a day - we would love to have you join the team!

TCOA has a number of volunteer opportunities for diverse interests and skill-sets, including:

• Meals on Wheels: Meals on Wheels volunteers deliver nutritious meals to participants throughout Clinton, Eaton, and Ingham counties. Before volunteering, applicants will work with a Meals on Wheels coordinator to find a route and schedule that suits them best.
• Dining Site Helper: Dining site volunteers can help in many ways, from helping to dish up and serve food to greeting or assisting with paperwork at dining sites across the tri-county area. Many of our dining sites are entirely operated by volunteers; assistance is truly appreciated!
• Central Kitchen Helper: Volunteers who donate their time in the TCOA central kitchen perform essential functions like portioning food into individual containers and assembling individual meals for distribution, which are delivered to our Congregate Dining and Home Delivered Meals participants.
• Health & Wellness Workshop Facilitator: Workshop volunteers facilitate evidence-based health and wellness programs by leading groups in the community. Training is provided.
• Special Event Volunteer: Special Event volunteers, or “Friends for Independence” help to plan and/or participate in the annual Meals on Wheels Golf Outing and/or TCOA Dinner and Auction. Volunteers can solicit sponsors, secure prizes and items for live and silent auctions, assist with raffle sales, and/or volunteer on the event day.

We have a lot of options coming up into Spring!

These workshops are FUN and provide education and support!

Check out TCOA's website for details. All workshops are free of charge, but we accept donations.



Pre-registration is required to attend these workshops. Please call Tri-County Office on Aging at 517-887-1465 or email TCOA's Evidence-Based Programs Manager, Christine, at HistedC@tcoa.org. 

We are looking for individuals to fill the positions below! Come work at Tri-County Office on Aging and join our mission to promote and preserve the independence and dignity of the aging population in Ingham, Eaton, and Clinton Counties. Currently, we are accepting applications for the following positions:

Full-Time Positions:

MSW Resource Counselor

Part-Time Positions:

Dining Site Coordinator - Grange Acres

Receptionist

Full-Time positions offer comprehensive benefits, including––but not limited to––medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, generous time off, and 100% employer-paid pension. We are committed to a respectful, inclusive, and supportive work environment for all employees.

Tri-County Office on Aging

5303 S Cedar Street, Bldg 1

Lansing, MI 48911