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Community Resources
Programs that provide assistance for people who want to build personal wealth, obtain credit and use it responsibly, access their credit reports and correct erroneous information, pay their bills in an orderly way, reduce their debt burden and/or manage their financial resources more effectively. The objective of money management programs is to help individuals and families become more financially stable and achieve long-term economic independence.
The Hotline is staffed by senior volunteers and serves as a comprehensive resource for information and referral on a full range of concerns including debt and debt management, health insurance, home improvement, landlord/tenant issues, long term care insurance, scam awareness and telemarketing. It offers dispute resolution services.
AARP is a non-profit, membership organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for people as they age. It focuses its efforts and resources in a variety of areas including health care, employment security and retirement planning. AARP has offices in 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands and…
The Department of Revenue manages state taxes and child support. In addition, they assist cities and towns manage their finances, and administer the Underground Storage Tank Program. The toll free number in Massachusetts (800-392-6089) can be called for information on the Circuit Breaker Tax Credit. Outside of Mass, the number is 617-887-6367.