Act Fast: $100 Summer Lawn Care for Brooklyn Seniors | The Locally Times
Just 340 spots remain for Brooklyn's $100 summer lawn care program for seniors and residents with disabilities. Apply by March 31 before they're gone.
Only 340 Brooklyn seniors and residents with disabilities will get their lawns mowed all summer for just $100 – but the clock is ticking to apply for the city's popular Senior Grass Cutting Program. Applications for the subsidized program close on March 31, 2026, with spots filled on a first-come, first-served basis. For a non-refundable fee of $100, participants receive lawn maintenance services from the week of May 11 through the week of August 17, 2026. The program is open to Brooklyn residents aged 65 and older, or those with a disability, according to a February 26, 2026, announcement from the City of Brooklyn. ## How to Apply for Summer Lawn Care The application window for the Senior Grass Cutting Program, which began March 2, 2026, closes on March 31, 2026. To secure one of the 340 available spots, eligible residents must submit their completed application and the non-refundable $100 fee in person at the Brooklyn Senior Center. Payment can be made by cash, check, or credit card. While the program aims to ease lawn maintenance for seniors and residents with disabilities, city records do not specify the exact services included beyond "grass cutting" or the specific criteria for disability eligibility. For questions, residents can call 216-635-4222. ## City Initiatives Promote Property Maintenance The Senior Grass Cutting Program is part of the City of Brooklyn's broader efforts to help residents maintain their properties. This subsidized service eases the physical and financial burden of lawn care for eligible seniors and individuals with disabilities. The $100 fee offers a cost-effective solution for a service that can otherwise be expensive, enhancing the overall appearance and value of homes in the community. The service period, from mid-May to mid-August, covers the peak growing season, ensuring consistent upkeep. The city's commitment to neighborhood quality extends to other initiatives, including the Exterior Home Repair Grant. ## Broader Support for Home Upkeep Available Beyond lawn care, the City of Brooklyn also offers an Exterior Home Repair Grant, providing up to $3,500 in financial assistance for property improvements to eligible residents. This grant, announced January 8, 2026, supports exterior repairs and enhancements. The application window for the Exterior Home Repair Grant opened January 9, 2026, and is scheduled to close on April 2, 2026. Interested residents can contact Rameel Abdulbasit in the Building Department for details. Both programs highlight the city's focus on empowering residents to maintain their homes and contribute to the community's well-being. **How much does the grass cutting program cost and when is payment due?** The program costs $100.00, which is non-refundable, and payment must be made in full at the Brooklyn Senior Center during the application period.