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Yard Work for Older Adults!
ORGANIZATION: Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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3 people are interested
The Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging (PPAAA) is looking for caring, dependable volunteers to help older adults in our community with basic yard work. Many of our senior neighbors are unable to keep up with outdoor maintenance and could use a helping hand - that's where you come in!
What You’ll Be Doing:
Raking leaves
Pulling weeds
Light trimming and pruning
General outdoor cleanup
Location: Varies - homes throughout the Pikes Peak region
Time Commitment: Flexible! Weekdays or weekends, typically 1-2 hours per yard
What’s Needed:
A kind heart and willingness to help
Basic yard tools (if you have them)
Ability to do light to moderate physical activity
Respect for personal boundaries and scheduled tasks
Please Note: Volunteers will only complete the specific yard tasks requested by the client. Additional chores or requests outside of the agreed-upon scope are not permitted.
This is a great opportunity to serve your community, enjoy the outdoors, and brighten someone’s day - all in just a couple of hours!
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About Pikes Peak Area Agency on Aging
Location:
14 S Chestnut St, Colorado Springs, CO 80905, US
Mission Statement
Pikes Peak Agency of Aging empowers older adults and people with disabilities to lead healthy and fulfilled lives by connecting them with resources, support, and guidance toward their own independence.
Description
The Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments is an organization of municipal and county governments serving a regional community. Formed in 1967 under Colorado law, PPACG’s mission is to ensure that all communities-big and small-have a forum to:
- Discuss issues that cross their political boundaries
- Identify shared opportunities and challenges
- Develop collaborative strategies for action
PPACG serves as the regional Council of Governments, Metropolitan Planning Organization, Area Agency on Aging, Air and Water Quality Planning Agency for the Pikes Peak Region, Joint Land Use Study and administers the Pikes Peak Rural Transportation Authority.
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Seniors
WHEN
Fri May 02, 2025 - Thu Jul 31, 2025
09:00 AM - 12:00 AM
WHERE
80904
(38.86447 ,-104.87465 )
DATE POSTED
April 14, 2025
SKILLS
- Landscaping
- Gardening
- Horticulture
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
- Public Groups
- Private Groups
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 21
- 1 to 2 hours per yard. (est. 20 yards for the summer)
Private Group Details
- Group Size Range 1 - 50+
- Event can be held at a volunteer group location (e.g. office, park) or at organization location(s)
- No Donation