For the Hub City Times

MARSHFIELD — United Way’s 211 program is now scheduling appointments for free tax preparation assistance for low- to moderate-income individuals, with special attention to those 50 and older.

Trained volunteers will help those needing assistance with electronically filing Homestead Credit and/or Wisconsin and Federal Income Tax returns. This free tax preparation assistance program is aimed to help low- to moderate-income taxpayers have more discretionary income for everyday essentials such as food and housing.

Tax preparation assistance will begin in February and is available by appointment only. Appointments will be held in the Drendel Room in the new 2nd Street Community Center, 211 E. Second St., Marshfield.

To schedule an appointment, call United Way’s 211 or 1-877-947-2211.