What happens if I am participating in the SWAP and due to circumstances, I cannot complete all of the hours?
If a selected owner cannot fulfill the commitment for all hours, another owner of the same property may complete the program if he/she also meets the SWAP requirements.

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1. At what age can you apply for the SWAP?
2. Do I have to own the property in order to apply for the SWAP?
3. Is there a minimum amount of years I have to own and occupy a property in East Longmeadow to apply for the SWAP?
4. Will I be able to participate in the SWAP if I owe back taxes?
5. What is the maximum amount of hours I could work during the year in the SWAP?
6. How will my hours worked in the SWAP be documented?
7. Can more than one qualifying owner participate in the SWAP per fiscal year?
8. What happens if I am participating in the SWAP and due to circumstances, I cannot complete all of the hours?
9. Where can I obtain an application for the SWAP?
10. Will everyone who applies receive a position in the SWAP?
11. When should I submit my completed application for the SWAP?
12. Where do I submit my completed application?
13. The application says that a CORI & SORI check will be done. What is a CORI & SORI check and why is one being done?
14. Am I ensured this position from year to year?
15. Who is responsible for administering SWAP?
16. When will I receive my Senior Work-off Abatement?
17. Since participation in the SWAP is considered income earned, will there be taxes deducted?
18. Who should I contact if I have additional questions?
19. What if I sell my property before I see the abatement on my real estate taxes?
20. Will I qualify to participate in the SWAP program if I currently receive a Statutory Exemption on my real estate taxes?
21. If I do not receive a SWAP position can I still volunteer with no compensation?