Thornton Assistance Program
The Thornton Assistance Program (TAP) provides free weekly lawn care services to eligible seniors and residents with disabilities across 17 municipalities in Thornton Township.
About the Thornton Assistance Program
The Thornton Assistance Program (TAP) is a community service initiative administered by Thornton Township's Senior Services Department. TAP provides weekly lawn care from May through October to eligible seniors and residents with disabilities across all 17 municipalities served by Thornton Township. The program is designed to help those on fixed incomes maintain safe, well-kept properties without the physical or financial burden of lawn maintenance.
Who Qualifies
To be eligible for TAP lawn care services, applicants must meet all of the following criteria:
- Age 60 or older, or have a qualifying disability
- Reside within one of the 17 municipalities served by Thornton Township
- Be on a fixed income with limited financial resources
- Have no able-bodied individuals in the household capable of performing lawn care
- Own or rent the property at which service is requested
Eligibility is reviewed annually. Returning clients must re-certify each program year.
What TAP Provides
Weekly Lawn Care
Enrolled clients receive weekly lawn maintenance services performed by TAP-certified contractors throughout the program season.
- Season: May through October
- Service frequency: Once per week
- Services included: Lawn mowing, edging, and debris removal
- Cost to client: Free for eligible participants
Service Area
TAP serves residents across all 17 municipalities in Thornton Township, including Blue Island, Burnham, Calumet City, Calumet Park, Chicago Heights, Country Club Hills, Dolton, East Hazel Crest, Glenwood, Harvey, Hazel Crest, Homewood, Lansing, Lynwood, Markham, Phoenix, Posen, Riverdale, Robbins, South Chicago Heights, South Holland, Steger, Thornton, and Tinley Park.
How to Apply
Applications for the TAP Lawn Care Program are accepted on a rolling basis. Space is limited and enrollment is subject to availability. We encourage eligible residents to apply early before the May season begins.