AARP’s Tax–Aide will offer a free tax return preparation program in 2026 for everyone, focused also on area residents ages 50 and older.

There is no age restriction for the service, however.

The program will be available at five locations in DeKalb, La Salle, Genoa, and Sycamore.

The tax return preparation program will be provided by AARP Tax-Aide volunteers. Special focus is being given to taxpayers ages 50 and older or residents who have low-to-moderate income. Taxpayers do not need to be AARP members.

The tax preparation sites include:

• Elder Care Services, 1701 E. Lincoln Highway, DeKalb. For appointments, call 815-758-6550.
• La Salle Public Library, 305 Marquette St. For appointments, call 815-223-2341.
• Sycamore United Methodist Church, 160 Johnson Ave. For appointments, call 815-501-5696.
• Resource Bank, 310 Illinois Route 23, Genoa. For appointments, call 815-751-5826.
• DeKalb Public Library, 309 Oak St. For appointments, call 815-751-5763.

For information, call 815-751-5763.

This story was edited to correct an earlier version which misstated who is eligible for the tax aid service. It is open to all, no age restrictions.