IRS-certified AARP TAX-AIDE volunteers are available again this year to prepare and electronically file tax returns at the Shipley Center, 921 E. Hammond St. in Sequim.

This quality tax preparation service is free. The TAX-AIDE program is sponsored by the IRS and the AARP Foundation, and is available for low- and moderate-income taxpayers of all ages.

The AARP TAX-AIDE volunteers are authorized to prepare most basic tax returns, making sure that the taxpayer receives all eligible deductions and credits.

Whether first-time taxpayers, working families, retirees or anyone who just needs help getting through their tax return, the TAX-AIDE volunteers are here to help. They do not prepare returns for taxpayers that have income from rental properties or for taxpayers with complicated business returns.

Appointments are available on Wednesdays from 9 a.m.- 2 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. throughout the tax season. Call the Shipley Center at 683-6806 to schedule your appointment.

What to bring:

Taxpayers are required to bring the following documents with them to the TAX-AIDE site:

• Photo ID for the Taxpayer

• Social Security cards for taxpayer, spouse and all dependents

• Copy of 2015 tax return

• W-2s from each employer

• All 1099 forms — These include income from interest, dividends, stock sales, retirement, self-employment, Social Security, unemployment compensation and cancellation of debt.

• Documentation of health insurance coverage for taxpayer, spouse and dependents. Bring Form 1095, if received.

• Check or bank document with routing and account numbers, if direct deposit of the refund is desired

• Any other documents necessary to complete the return. For example, documentation of medical expenses, taxes paid, mortgage interest paid and charitable contributions, if itemizing deductions.