Dedham homeowners 60 and older can earn up to $1,500 off their property tax bill by volunteering with town departments. The Senior Tax Work-Off Program is now accepting applications, according to the Dedham Council on Aging's October newsletter.
The program year runs from Dec. 1 through Oct. 31, 2027. Participants work up to 100 hours providing administrative support and other services to Town of Dedham departments. The tax credit applies to the following fiscal year's real estate bill.
Tami Allen-Acevich, outreach coordinator at the Dedham Council on Aging, wrote in the newsletter that the program benefits both seniors and the town, giving participants a chance to use their skills while making an impact in their community.
To qualify, applicants must own property in Dedham and pay real estate taxes. Annual income cannot exceed $55,000 for a single applicant or $70,000 for a married couple. Applicants must also be current on tax payments, pass a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) check, complete an interview with Council on Aging staff and provide income verification.
Residents can call 781-751-9495 to apply or ask questions.
New fitness classes at Ames Senior Center
The Ames Senior Center at 450 Washington St. is adding several classes to its fall lineup, COA Director Courtney Daly wrote in the newsletter.
A new Disco Fitness class, led by instructor Alexandra Cooney, offers a workout set to 1970s music and dancing. Grace Furnari began teaching a Bone Builders for Osteoporosis class on Thursdays at 9 a.m. starting Oct. 1. Two new instructors are leading Mat Yoga sessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 1 p.m.
Fitness classes cost $3 each, with bulk options of 10 tickets for $25 or 20 for $50. New classes can be tried for free.
Art show, upcoming events
The center hosts its Second Annual Art Show featuring work from its watercolor class, quilters and decorative painters.
Other upcoming events at the Ames Senior Center:
- Tuesday, Oct. 6: FindMassMoney.gov representative on-site, 10:30–11:30 a.m., to help residents check for unclaimed property
- Tuesday, Oct. 13: Lunch and Learn with Dedham Health Director Samantha Menard at noon; RSVP to 781-751-9495
- Wednesday, Oct. 28: Art Show reception, 4:30–6:30 p.m.
- Tuesday, Nov. 10: Veterans Lunch (details in the November newsletter)
The center is open Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. It will be closed Monday, Oct. 12, for Indigenous Peoples Day.
