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A day in the garden: help Naomi in Springfield

Naomi, 71, can no longer manage the yard after a storm; we're looking for helpers with chainsaws and rakes.

🇺🇸 Springfield, Illinois, United States715 views
Naomi Ellis
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Springfield
I'm 71 and I have lived in this house in Springfield for 47 years. After the storm in September, two large branches and a fallen fence have blocked the back door and the garden path. I can no longer manage them myself because of arthritis. The council has told me it will be eight weeks before they can send someone. I'd feel much safer if it were cleared sooner. Help needed: a small team to cut, stack and carry away branches. I'll provide tea, sandwiches and the green waste bags. A few hours will do. Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
effort
3–5 hours
format
In person in Springfield
skills
chainsaw, gardening, hauling

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People who offered to help

  • Liliana B. Ruiz 🇨🇴 ID verified

    I live about 9 km from Springfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

  • Charlotte Noémie Dupuis 🇫🇷

    I live about 12 km from Springfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Free this month.

  • Zulkifli Salim 🇮🇩

    My brother went through something similar so this one hit home. Happy to help in person if that works! Happy to chat first.

  • Yue Lei Jiang 🇨🇦

    i'm a cook and I'm free on Mondays. Happy to help. Free this month.

  • Shruthi F. Rao 🇮🇳 Accepted

    I live about 11 km from Springfield. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need.

Reviews

3.4(17 reviews)

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  • Roman Woods🇺🇸Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Jean Vincent🇫🇷Verified donor
    Honest and trustworthy

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Brian L. Schmidt🇺🇸Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Isaac W. Peters🇨🇦Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Brooklyn G. Hunter🇨🇦Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Hoàng Diep🇻🇳Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Sebastián P. Martínez🇲🇽Verified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Itzel Luna🇺🇸Verified helper
    Very responsive and caring

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Zinhle E. Adams🇿🇦Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Axel G. Freeman🇬🇧Verified donor
    Practical and effective help

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Carolina Hernández🇲🇽Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

  • Yetunde Lasisi🇳🇬Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Frank Weber🇺🇸Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Lola Raji🇳🇬Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Rungnapa Ampai🇹🇭Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Carolina Bravo🇺🇸Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Tushar S. Patil🇮🇳Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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  • Wishing Naomi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out.

    • Hope it all works out, Naomi. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I have a 9 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings

      • Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in San Diego but we're thinking of you. God bless.

        • get well soon. Love from Aberdeen

          • Best of luck. Hope you get there. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Cebu City.

            • Praying for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Jakarta Selatan

              • Thinking of you. Your post was clear and honest. After 19 years in accounting I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.

                • Shared it with a few friends. Love from Dublin

                  • Thinking of you and your family. Your post was clear and honest

                    • So sorry you're going through this, Naomi. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Tuxtla Gutiérrez.

                      • Hope it all works out. Wishing Naomi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. All the best.

                        • stay strong. Look after yourselves too, caregivers need rest. Blessings

                          • Thanks for sharing this. Looking forward to the next update. Please keep us posted.

                            • You're not alone, Naomi. Get well soon. Love from Girona.

                              • Your post was clear and honest. My neighbor in Rome donated after I showed her your page. Greetings from Rome.

                                • It takes guts to ask. Well done. Don't give up. Love from Casablanca

                                  • good luck, Naomi. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Blessings

                                    • Nilesh D. VoraID verified

                                      Best of luck. Wishing Naomi a smooth procedure and a full recovery. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Shinjuku

                                      • Best of luck. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Springfield

                                        • praying for you, Naomi. I hope things turn around soon. After 13 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

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