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Tax Time Again!
The Internal Revenue Service has many tax breaks for families, college students, homeowners, and other groups. In this economy citizens need all the help they can get. The United Way of Pasco can help individuals and families file their income tax returns for free. It is as easy as dialing 211. Pasco United Way partnered with the IRS and has trained volunteers working at various locations in Pasco County to prepare taxes for citizens. Call 211 and the information referral specialist will arrange an appointment for you to have your taxes prepared at a location closest to your home.
If you really want to do those taxes yourself remember you can file your return electronically (e-file). To e-file you log on to the IRS website, click on e-file and you will be directed to various websites which you can use to file your taxes. Read through the descriptions and pick the best agency that fits your circumstances. If you do not have a computer with access to the Internet, the Pasco County Public Library has computers available for you to use. The Library also has e-government laptops with extended time limits, so you do not have to feel rushed. If you have your own laptop, the libraries provide free wireless service.
The IRS has a series of videos describing the tax breaks available. You can view these on YouTube or on Pasco County's e-government tools page. Click on "E-Government Videos." Check these and other e-government videos brought to you by Pasco County Libraries. more -
Homeless Prevention Program- November 1, 2009
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Over the last few days there has been a bit of news coverage about Pasco County receiving funds from the economic stimulus related "Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing" program. Pasco libraries receive calls regularly from citizens needing help paying utility bills. Most often, library staff suggest our customers call 211. Pasco County's United Way staff answers these 211 calls and will refer callers to local agencies which provide assistance.
Citizens needing help with paying utility bills and rent are also referred to Pasco County Human Services at (727) 834-3297 or (352) 521-5173 or Mid Florida Community Services, Inc. at (352) 567-0533 or (727) 845-7350.
Other Pasco County agencies that have received federal "Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing" funds are: the Salvation Army, Pasco Housing Authority, Youth and Family Alternatives and BayCare Health. You can find a your local Salvation Army Center by typing your zip code in the designated box on their website; the Housing Authority can be reached at (352) 567-0848; Youth and Family Alternatives can be reached at (727) 835-4166; and BayCare Health can be contacted at 1-877-692-2922.
Remember you can receive help filing online applications for food stamps, unemployment, searching for a job and more at any Pasco County Library System branch library.
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Help paying utility and other bills- September 1, 2009
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Do you need help paying your utility and other bills?
To Learn about the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program click here
or in Pasco County call: (352)567-0533 or (727)845-7350.
Also, check out the Pasco County Human Services website or call them at (727)834-3297 or (352)521-5173.
They provide assistance with:
*Limited payments toward past due rent
*Limited payments for past due utility bills (electricity, water, propane)
*Burial services for residents who have no insurance benefits or other means by which to pay for services
*Information and Referrals on available community resources
Emergency Home Energy Assistance for the Elderly Program – This program assists residents 60 years of age and older, twice a year, with past due utility bills. Funding is through the Area Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, Inc.
*Assistance with prescription drugs, up to the established amounts, when ordered by a physician (Human Services does not provide psychotropic and/or habit forming medications.)
*Dental Services are restricted to simple extractions
*Out-Patient Services
*Physicians office visits
*Laboratory and x-rays, when ordered by physician
Remember to call 211 if you need referrals to other social service agencies. -
Tax Season
You can get free help preparing your tax return!
Call 211 to schedule an appointment.
There are 9 locations throughout Pasco County including Hudson, Port Richey, New Port Richey, Holiday, Land O Lakes, Zephryhills, and Dade City
This free service is brought to you by UnitedWay of Pasco County, AARP and the Internal Revenue Service
The IRS is helping financially stressed taxpayers, click here to learn more.
You can also file your tax return online for free if you meet certain qualifications.
To see if you qualify, click here .
Once you file your return you can check on the status of your refund by clicking on
Where's My Refund! more
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