Swampscott Resumes Senior, Veteran Tax Relief Program

SWAMPSCOTT, MA — Swampscott is bringing back a program that allows seniors and veterans to gain property tax relief through volunteer work with town services.

Seniors age 60 or older and veterans, who own and occupy their own homes, are eligible to assist with year-round or special projects within the town for up to $1,000 in relief from their property tax bill.

Volunteers are paired with departments and provide services ranging from clerical support, serving meals at the Senior Center, gardening, general labor, light outdoor work, supporting recreation programs and being library aides.

Applicants are encouraged to apply by Dec. 31 with spaces limited.

Those interested can apply here, in person at Swampscott Town Hall or request a mailed application by calling 781-596-8850 Ext. 1226 or emailing workoffprogram@swampscottma.gov.

(Scott Souza is a Patch field editor covering Beverly, Danvers, Marblehead, Peabody, Salem and Swampscott. He can be reached at Scott.Souza@Patch.com. Twitter: @Scott_Souza.)