Leaf Clean-Up Available for Senior Citizens, Disabled Homeowners

SOMERSET COUNTY, NJ – Elderly and disabled homeowners can now register for help with raking leaves through the Fall Leaf Clean-Up Project!

The one-day event, scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 23, will have volunteers working to provide free leaf clean-up for senior citizens and disabled homeowners.

The Somerset County Office of Volunteer Services has teams of families, local companies, service clubs, Boy Scout & Girl Scout Troops, 4-H Clubs, YMCAs, and church groups assembled and ready to rake leaves for Somerset County residents who are unable to perform any yardwork.

There is still time to volunteer! Grab some friends and a rake, and sign up here!

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible for the Fall Clean-Up Project, the following must apply:

• Homeowners must not already have a landscaping service.
• The property must be in Somerset County, and be a quarter an acre or less.
  • Volunteers cannot clear larger properties.
• Homeowners must provide leaf bags if required by the municipality.
  • Volunteers will not transport leaves to a municipal collection site.

Registration closes on Oct. 25!

To register, contact the Somerset County Office of Volunteer Services at 908-541-5715 or through email at VolunteerServices@co.somerset.nj.us

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