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Free House Cleaning for Cancer Patients on Long Island

Long Island Maids partners with Cleaning for a Reason to provide complimentary professional cleaning services to families facing cancer. Because when you're fighting for your health, a clean home shouldn't be one more thing to worry about.

What is Cleaning for a Reason?

Cleaning for a Reason is a nonprofit organization that partners with residential cleaning companies across the United States and Canada to offer free professional house cleaning services to cancer patients and their families.

Since 2006, the organization has provided over 65,000 free cleanings, giving patients one less thing to worry about during treatment. The program is available to any cancer patient currently undergoing treatment, regardless of cancer type or financial situation.

As a Long Island-based partner, we're honored to bring this program to families in Nassau County and Suffolk County who are navigating one of life's most challenging journeys.

"For families facing cancer, maintaining a clean home often falls to the bottom of the priority list. We want to give that gift back to them."
Cleaning for a Reason Foundation

How to Get Free Cleaning

If you or a loved one is battling cancer, here's everything you need to know about receiving free professional house cleaning.

Who Qualifies?

The program is open to cancer patients who meet these requirements:

Currently undergoing cancer treatment (chemo, radiation, immunotherapy, etc.)
Any cancer type qualifies for the program
Live in a participating service area (Long Island qualifies)
Have not received CFAR services in the past 12 months
No income requirements or financial qualifications

How to Apply

The application process is simple and takes just a few minutes:

1
Visit the Cleaning for a Reason website and click "Get Free Cleanings"
2
Complete the short online application with your information
3
CFAR reviews your application and matches you with a local partner
4
We contact you to schedule your free cleaning at a convenient time

Our Combined Impact

Together with Cleaning for a Reason, we're making a meaningful difference for cancer patients and their families.

Cleaning for a Reason
National Impact Since 2006
65,000+
Cancer patients served nationwide
$23M+
In donated cleaning services
1,400+
Partner cleaning companies
50 States + Canada
Coverage across North America
Long Island Maids
Local Impact on Long Island
5+ Years
As a CFAR partner
Nassau & Suffolk
Counties served across Long Island
$2M liability coverage on every clean
Same Care & Quality
Every CFAR clean receives our full service

How to Get Free Cleaning

The application process is simple and handled entirely through Cleaning for a Reason. Here's how it works:

1

Apply Online

Visit the Cleaning for a Reason website and complete the simple online application form.

2

Get Matched

CFAR matches you with a local partner cleaning company in your area, including Long Island Maids.

3

Schedule Service

We'll reach out to schedule your free cleaning at a time that works best for you and your family.

4

Enjoy Your Clean Home

Relax and focus on your health while we take care of making your home fresh and spotless.

Shannon Xerri, Founder of Long Island Maids
From Our Founder
Shannon Xerri
Founder & Owner, Long Island Maids

Why This Partnership Matters to Me

When I started Long Island Maids in 2013, I knew I wanted to build a company that did more than just clean homes. I wanted to build something that made a real difference in people's lives, especially during their most difficult moments.

Cancer doesn't just affect the person diagnosed. It affects entire families. Suddenly, the everyday things that used to be simple, like keeping the house clean, doing laundry, and maintaining some sense of normalcy, become overwhelming. When you're spending your days at treatment centers, managing medications, and trying to stay strong for your family, the last thing you should have to worry about is whether your floors are clean.

That's why our partnership with Cleaning for a Reason is so important to us. It allows us to use what we do best, creating clean, healthy, comfortable homes, to support families when they need it most. Every time we clean a home through this program, we're not just removing dust and dirt. We're giving a family one less thing to worry about. We're giving them a small piece of normalcy during an incredibly abnormal time.

To every family on Long Island facing a cancer diagnosis: please know that you're not alone, and that asking for help is not a sign of weakness. It's a sign of strength. Let us take care of your home so you can focus on what truly matters: your health and your family.

With care and compassion, Shannon

Who Can Apply?

The Cleaning for a Reason program is available to cancer patients who meet the following criteria:

Currently undergoing cancer treatment (chemotherapy, radiation, immunotherapy, etc.)
Any type of cancer diagnosis qualifies
Live within a participating partner's service area (including Long Island)
Have not received CFAR services in the past 12 months
Check Eligibility & Apply

Know Someone Who Qualifies?

If you have a friend, family member, or know someone in your community who is battling cancer, you can help them apply for this program. Sometimes the people who need help the most are hesitant to ask for it.

Share this page with them, or help them complete the application. A clean home can make a meaningful difference during their treatment journey.

Learn More About CFAR

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, completely free. There are no hidden fees, no obligations, and no catch. The cleaning service is donated by partner companies like Long Island Maids as part of our commitment to supporting cancer patients in our community.
CFAR recipients receive our standard professional cleaning service, which includes thorough cleaning of all main living areas, bathrooms, and kitchen. You can view our full cleaning checklist to see what's included. We treat every CFAR cleaning with the same care and attention we give to all our clients.
Through the Cleaning for a Reason program, eligible patients can receive up to two free cleanings. The specific number may depend on partner availability and individual circumstances. Applications can be submitted once per 12-month period.
The application process is handled through Cleaning for a Reason. They may request verification of your current treatment status. All information is kept confidential and is only used to confirm eligibility for the program.
Eligibility requirements may vary, but the program is primarily designed for patients currently undergoing treatment. We encourage you to apply through the CFAR website, where they can review your individual situation and determine eligibility.
There are several ways to support Cleaning for a Reason: you can make a direct donation at cleaningforareason.org/donate, spread awareness by sharing this page with others, or if you know someone battling cancer, encourage them to apply for free cleaning services.
You Don't Have to Do This Alone

Let Us Help Lighten Your Load

If you or someone you love is facing cancer, a clean home is one less thing to worry about. Apply for free cleaning through Cleaning for a Reason today.