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Open Requests from Neighbors in Need
Every request below is real — submitted by an older adult, veteran, or neighbor who needs help with yard work. Some come through our online form. Others come by phone. Names and addresses are always kept private.
Ready to help? Sign up as a volunteer — or request help for yourself or someone you know.
Her lawn has become overgrown since her mower broke, and she needs help to get it cut.
Health issues like osteoporosis and COPD have made it impossible to manage the lawn on my own.
Recovering from major colon surgery has made it hard to manage the yard alone.
Arthritis has made it hard to manage lawn mowing, and help is needed for the next few months.
Recovering from heart surgery has made yard work challenging for Joseph, who lives alone.
Trouble walking has made it hard to keep up with yard work during the changing seasons.
Recovering from a stroke has made it hard to manage the yard on a limited income.
With no running water or heat, managing the yard has become impossible during recovery from shoulder surgery.
Caring for her son with Down syndrome while recovering from a stroke has made yard work challenging.
Maintaining the yard has become challenging as both residents have difficulty getting around.
Arthritis and a heart condition make it hard for her to manage the yard on her own.
Karen's bad shoulder makes it hard to manage her lawn and trim a large bush.
Coping with a disability while caring for a husband recovering from surgery has made yard work challenging.
Caring for a husband with brain cancer has made it tough to manage the lawn alone.
Mobility issues and lung disease have made yard work impossible without assistance.
Daily pain from fibromyalgia and arthritis makes it hard to manage lawn care and snow removal.
Health issues have made it tough to manage the yard, and help is needed with mowing and trimming.
Managing the yard has become too much for them and their sister during this challenging time.
A large yard has become unmanageable as Ann recovers from cancer treatment and her husband’s health issues.
Bone-on-bone knees make it hard to manage the yard, especially without working mowers.
Latest Voicemail Inquiries
People call 862-66-MOWER and leave as much information as they can about what they need. Our system translates and organizes that information to help locate nearby volunteer support. Personal details are removed before anything is shown publicly.
Diana is requesting help but did not specify the type of service needed.
Andrea, who is disabled and cannot afford lawn care, is requesting help with mowing her lawn in Green Bay.
Lori, a senior from Milwaukee, is requesting help with lawn care.
Cynthia needs her lawn cut as it is getting quite long. She is located in Milwaukee, WI.
Neighbors Are Noticing. Volunteers Can Help.
Sometimes a neighbor notices a yard getting away from someone and chooses to reach out with kindness. These privacy-protected Mow Notices are early-stage, community-submitted observations — not confirmed service requests. We review each one, protect personal information, and contact the homeowner respectfully before any volunteer help is considered.
Photos and summaries shown here are reviewed before publishing. Exact addresses, homeowner names, contact information, faces, license plates, and private details are never shown. Locations are approximate — city and state only.
In Tallahassee, FL, our community is coming together to support a neighbor in need by addressing their backyard, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.
In Mckeesport, PA, a dedicated neighbor is seeking support to maintain her lawn, highlighting the importance of community care and connection.
In Westerville, OH, we're here to support neighbors in maintaining their lawns, ensuring everyone can enjoy a welcoming outdoor space this summer.
In Norfolk, VA, a neighbor could use some community support to restore his yard, making it a more enjoyable space for himself and the neighborhood.
In Vero Beach, FL, our community lawn-care initiative aims to support neighbors in maintaining their outdoor spaces, fostering a spirit of care and connection.
In Bethany, OK, we're working together to support a neighbor in need of lawn care assistance, ensuring a healthier and more beautiful community for all.
Notice a yard that seems to be getting away from someone?
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These requests are real time.
These people heard about us and trusted us to field their inquiry and locate help in a comfortable and organized way. If you can help, sign up as a volunteer. If you can't mow, you can still make a difference.
