As our population ages, the needs of senior citizens become increasingly diverse. One essential aspect is ensuring their safety at home. Trees, while beautiful, can pose hazards as they age, making it crucial to address their removal when necessary. Fortunately, several programs offer free tree removal services specifically tailored to assist senior citizens. In this article, we’ll explore five such initiatives aimed at providing a helping hand to our elderly population.
1. Arbor Aid for Elders:
Arbor Aid for Elders is a nationwide initiative that recognizes the importance of tree safety for senior citizens. This program collaborates with local arborists and community volunteers to identify and remove hazardous trees from the properties of elderly individuals. The services include a comprehensive assessment of the tree’s condition, professional removal, and post-removal cleanup. To avail of this service, seniors can contact their local Arbor Aid for Elders chapter for assistance.
2. Green Guardians:
Green Guardians is a community-driven organization dedicated to environmental conservation and community well-being. Recognizing the challenges faced by senior citizens, Green Guardians launched a free tree removal service specifically designed for them. The program not only focuses on tree removal but also on planting new trees in safer locations. Seniors can reach out to Green Guardians through their website or local community centers to request assistance.
3. Elderly Arboreal Safety Program (EASP):
The Elderly Arboreal Safety Program (EASP) is a state-funded initiative aimed at ensuring the safety of senior citizens by addressing potential tree hazards. The program provides financial assistance to eligible seniors for the removal of dangerous trees on their properties. To qualify, individuals must meet specific age and income criteria. EASP has proven to be a lifeline for many elderly citizens who may not otherwise afford professional tree removal services.
4. TreeCare Community Outreach:
TreeCare Community Outreach is a non-profit organization committed to promoting tree care and safety within communities. They have a dedicated program for senior citizens, offering free tree assessments and removal services. Community volunteers, including certified arborists, work collaboratively to enhance the safety of seniors’ living spaces. The organization encourages local communities to join hands in supporting their elderly members through initiatives like tree removal.
5. Senior Green Spaces Initiative:
The Senior Green Spaces Initiative focuses on creating safer and more enjoyable outdoor spaces for senior citizens. As part of their services, they provide free tree removal for aging or potentially hazardous trees on seniors’ properties. Additionally, the initiative promotes the planting of low-maintenance and safer tree varieties to replace those that are removed. Senior citizens interested in this program can connect with their local Senior Green Spaces chapter.
Conclusion: Ensuring the safety and well-being of senior citizens is a shared responsibility. The aforementioned programs exemplify the positive impact that community-driven initiatives can have on the lives of elderly individuals. By offering free tree removal services, these programs not only enhance the safety of seniors at home but also foster a sense of community care and support. As we continue to explore ways to assist our aging population, these initiatives serve as inspiring models for creating age-friendly environments across the nation.
In conclusion, it is essential to spread awareness about these programs to reach those who may benefit from their services. By doing so, we contribute to the creation of a safer and more inclusive community for our senior citizens.
Land Use Services Dept. demanding some trees to be removed. I am a single 76 year old, on SS.
I called them to ask for help and my answer was basically “figure it out”. I truly do not know where the finances will come from. I have until March 1 of this year.
I live in Fontana, CA. Can anyone help?
I’m a senior citizen needing tree’s cutting or removal around my home.
looking for arbor aid for elders to cut down a poplar tree to closed to house. low income social security.
need help to cut down a poplar tree to closed to house. low income . looking for arbor aid for elders
need assistance to cut down a poplar tree, to closed to house. looking for arbor aid for elders
I am 70 years old in DeLand Fl.
There is a completely dead tree in side yard very close to house.
It is shedding large branches on house.
I know I need to get it cut down by beginning of hurricane season.
Can you advise?
I need help lightning and high wind hit my pine trees top fell off one on my neighbors truck am senior have a lot of health problems
I have some trees in the if my front yard that I can’t afford to have removed. One is very large and extends over my house. Do you offer any free services for removal of these trees? Thank you very much in advance for your response.
I HAVE 9 TREES IN MY FRONT YARD THAT ARE A THREAT TO MY HOME.
I’m disabled and I have at least 40 trees that cause a hazard around my house. I’ve had 2 fallen on my house and a lot of debris. I’ve made so many calls to get rid of them, but people want a lot of money. I don’t want the trees so I’d like them gone and everything cleaned up. My greatest fear is the wind and waiting for another to come down. Is there anyone willing to help me?
Need a mature ash tree cut and removed. Easy access on front lawn near curb. Second tree is in our “woods,” also a diseased mature ash.
Hola tengo un árbol que está mal se está cayendo es muy peligroso y tengo miedo que se me pueda caer encima necesito ayuda gracias
Mi nombre es Pedro Quiñones mi teléfono es 856-5717151 necesito ayuda con un árbol que se está cayendo es peligroso gracias
Hello, Can you please help me? I am in urgent need to have a tree taken down at my elderly mothers house. It is a huge pine tree that is rotted completely asserting the base and WHEN it falls out WILL KILL HER. She is located in Temple Ga. And I have reached out to the city of Temple as well as Carroll country office without ANY help. We both are on a fox income and this is an emergency situation as she can not stay in her house for to the danger this tree causes. If you can please refer me to someone that will take this tree down.
Please contact me at 678-708-3515
Thank you and God bless
i am a senior and i cant pay for the trees to be removed
please contact me 708-733-6487
I’m 69 and am in need of a tree removal, but it looks like no one is responding to these comments!
I am 79 years old, in poor health, and on s.s. There is a large fruitless mulberry tree close to my house that needs to be taken down. The limbs are huge, with cracks. It is an imposing danger to me and my next door neighbors.
I am unable to afford to hire a tree company.
Can you please assist?
Any and all help would be a God-send.
Thank you in advance.
469-454-6175
I’m 71 years old and social security is my only income. I’m afraid these trees will eventually fall on my home.
i need 4 large trees removed in my back yard one is lesning and it could fall at any time also the trees are stoping the natural flow of water beaouse the trees are on a hill keeping thewaterto flow which now water is backing up to my home.
mary chambers i am 82 years my contact number is 1708-733-6487
I am 82 years old and have a large dead tree in my backyard. Heavy wind could blow this tree into my home. I would appreciate a response soon. This tree is dangerous.
I had to post another comment asking why there are no clickable links for the organizations that were posted.
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It’s one tree that I have in mine to cut. My cell phone is 470-923-2997.
Thank Jesus for your cooperation in this matter, obey Jesus.
i need 2 large trees removed in my back yard one is leaning and it could fall at any time.
The other has damaged my roof. Big limbs are falling so scared to go out there. And there is one BIG that leans over two homes going to fall.
I need HELP. I cannot afford a company. I do not want to lose my home due to the tree falling on my property.
Can you let me know, PLEASE 267 819 7553 Karen McDuffie
I’m on SS, 74 years old next month. I have trees that need trimed/removed and a lawn that needs to be mowed. Any ideas? The person that was doing this for a few years took their pay in advance and never returned this time.
Thank you for your time and trouble.
I need some trees removed but have no money. need assistant
I have a neighbor’s tree sitting on top of my home in Westlake Louisiana 70669. I am a retired educator and need assistance removing sections of the tree from my roof. This is a hurricane state and I am deeply concerned about me and my daughter’s life and my home. Please assist. Thanking you in advance.
My mom is 93 hears old and has memory dementia, she is leaving only on social security. She is desperate need to a tree trimmed/removed in her back yard. She doesn’t have much money at all.
She doesn’t have a computer so I’m trying to help. Can someone please help if possible.
I am in desperate need of some tree trimming and bushes, I cannot afford to have this done, can you direct me to someone who can help, i am getting property damage that I can’t afford, my township say it’s my responsibility but it’s my neighbors’ trees. PLEASE HELP !!
I have some very large water oaks on my property that are dying and are very dangerous. I am seior and have multiple health issues and am on social security and cant afford to do much of anything.please help . thank you and god bless