SENIOR ASSISTANCE

Many of the Seniors in East Longmeadow are on fixed incomes and often need assistance when it comes to taxes. Below are a few resources for Senior Assistance.

Massachusetts Senior Circuit Breaker Tax Credit

Certain seniors who own or rent residential property in Massachusetts, as their principal residence, are eligible for a refundable tax credit. Find out if you qualify and how to apply.

https://www.mass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-senior-circuit-breaker-tax-credit

East Longmeadow Personal Exemptions

For more information visit
https://www.eastlongmeadowma.gov/306/Personal-Exemptions#:~:text=Senior%20Exemption%2DClause%2D41,real%20estate%20tax%20by%20%24500

Statutory Tax Exemptions

Under Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 59, Section 5, the assessors may provide tax relief to qualified persons. Exemptions may differ in each municipality based on local acceptance.The following is a brief overview of exemptions allowable by law.

Please note the eligible date for all exemptions is July 1 which is the start of the fiscal year.  The assessing office begins accepting annual applications after November 1 each year.

For more information please contact our office at 413-525-5400 extension 1600.

Senior Exemption-Clause-41

Under Clause 41, seniors age 70 or older may qualify for this exemption. The exemption reduces the real estate tax by $500. Eligible applicants must meet the income and asset requirement. The Town of East Longmeadow has accepted Clause 41C which increases the income and asset limit based on the Consumer Price Index as determine by the Department of Revenue.

Surviving Spouse or Minor Exemption Clause-17

Under Clause 17, a surviving spouse or minor child of a deceased parent may qualify for this exemption. The amount of the exemption increases annually starting at $175.  Eligible applicants must meet the asset requirement. The Town of East Longmeadow has accepted Clause 17E which increases the asset limit and exemption amount by the Consumer Price Index when determined by the Department of Revenue.

For more information please contact our office at 413-525-5400 ext. 1600.

Senior Tax Work-Off Abatement Program

Section 5K of Chapter 59 of the Massachusetts General Laws

Tax payers, 60 years or older, may be eligible for the SWAP (Senior Tax Work-Off Abatement Program). Taxpayers must complete an application form (Attachment A), which will be available at the Council on Aging to participate in a selection process.

https://www.eastlongmeadowma.gov/640/Senior-Work-Off-Abatement-Program-SWAP