Volunteer

The Council on Aging and Beech Street Center thrives thanks to the dedication of our committed volunteers. From assisting at the hospitality desk to supporting events and programs, volunteers play a vital role in serving our community with care, compassion, and respect.

We offer a variety of volunteer opportunities in a dynamic and rewarding environment. If you are interested in volunteering with us, please download the application and return completed copies to Aimee LeBrun.

All volunteers for the Council on Aging will be subject to a Criminal Offense Registry Investigation (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check. Completed forms can be dropped off at the Front Desk.

Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program

About the Program

The Senior Property Tax Work-Off Program reimburses low-income Senior homeowners for volunteer hours contributed to the Town of Belmont. The program is limited to 25 applicants, assigned on a first-come, first-served basis, to ensure sufficient placements are available. Staff will revisit the number as the program resumes full operations. More complete information can be found in the Select Board's approved policy (PDF) and the program application (PDF).

Participation Requirements:

Eligibility for work performed in 2025 to be credited to tax bills in early 2026:
  • Age: Applicants must be over 60 years of age
  • Residence: Applicants must owns property in Belmont that serves as their principal residence
  • Income: Gross income (including Social Security Income) must not exceed $69,000 for Single filers or $103,000 for Joint filers.
  • Assets: No limitations
  • Applicant's job skills must match those of an available placement within the municipality
  • Applicants may be subject to a Criminal Offender Records Investigation and Sex Offender Registry Information check, depending on job check.

Value

The maximum credit a household will earn is $2,000 per year, paid at the state minimum wage ($15) or up to 133.3 hours. These amounts are taxable at the federal level, so a W-2 will be generated for all participants.

Process

Submit a completed application (PDF) and supporting documentation to the Board of Assessors (19 Moore St., Homer Town Office Building). Once accepted into the program, new applicants will need to complete basic new employee paperwork, and will then be ready for placement with a department seeking volunteers.