Massachusetts 2020 Census

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Information for Older Adults

The 2020 Census can be completed online and over the phone when invitations go out. The traditional paper form will still be distributed, but only after a household has failed to respond via internet or phone. Here are some important things to remember:

•  The Census Bureau will never ask for your Social Security number, a bank account, or payment of any kind. Don’t be fooled by anyone threatening you for money or personal information via mail, phone, text, email, etc.
•  Your information is safe and secure – over the internet, by phone, or by paper. The Census Bureau will never release your personalized information to any government agency by the U.S. Title XIII Code.
•  You will eventually receive a regular paper form. The initial Census mailing will direct you to fill out your form online or over the phone, as this is more cost-effective than sending out mailings. Eventually you will be sent a paper form, which you can fill out and send back if you are more comfortable responding on paper.
•  The information on your census form will not affect your insurance or tax standing. It is purely for demographic/statistical data.
•  If you live in a vacation or winter home part of the year, you must fill out your census form where you reside most of the time.

Click on a publication:

Counting for Dollars 2020 – Massachusetts

Notice of Intent to Award Formula Grants To Local Councils on Aging in SFY19

Informational Questionnaire