Getting ready for tax season? PCPLS staff can help you print out tax forms to get ready to file your taxes. We also provide information about organizations that offer help with tax questions and/or coordinate tax prep help appointments.
HELP WITH BASIC TAX QUESTIONS
The following organizations offer help with basic tax information and questions, but are not able to help with tax preparation.
IRS (Merrillville) 219-736-4378 (basic tax information) & 844-545-5640 (to make an appointment for questions, not tax preparation)
IN DOR (Merrillville) 219-769-4267 (for basic tax information and questions, not tax preparation)
TAX PREP ASSISTANCE
The following organizations offer tax prep assistance with basic forms (some eligibility requirements may apply). Please call these specific locations to inquire about appointment availability and eligibility requirements.
CoAction / VITA (Porter & Lake County) Appointments must be made through the online portal at https://app.capappointments.com/ or by automated phone system at 1-800-826-7871
Bonner Senior Center (Portage) 762-3591 (taking appointments starting on January 14, seniors only)