United Way Partner Agency InterServ is now accepting appointments for free tax preparation services for seniors.

They will be offering services beginning February 1 through the filing deadline of April 15. Seniors age 60 and older with a household income of less than $52,000 in 2013 may qualify for free tax help.

InterServ is not able to accept walk-ins so individuals must schedule an appointment. To schedule an appointment, call InterServ at (816)232-7779.

During the 2013 tax season, more than 1,800 individuals received tax assistance through InterServ. Preparers filed 209 Earned Income Tax Credit returns for a total of $185,000, plus over 1.3 million dollars were received locally through tax refunds. Free tax preparation services help people keep and save their own money.

Promoting the use of free tax preparation is a focus area of the United Way Financial Stability Initiative. In addition to promoting the use of free tax preparation, the United Way Financial Stability Initiative also focuses on financial education and policy change.