Testimonials
"I want to thank the wonderful, polite maids [The Maids Home Services of Concord, CA] who came and cleaned for me. They did a wonderful, thorough job, and I am so pleased. They came 4 times. I am 90 years old and really needed the help with cleanings. Whoever thought of this program, I want to thank them for this wonderful service." ~Rena, Pleasant Hill, CA
"I am really sad to say that Ms. Patty passed away before we could finish her gift [of four housecleanings]. The family thanked us and allowed us to clean one last time for them after the funeral as our gift to a grieving family. It was really difficult for us and our cleaners because we fell in love with her. This foundation is one that touches us all to the core. I am so blessed to be a part of it!" LA Martin, Territory Manager, Two Maids & A Mop, Nashville, TN
"I was fortunate to have my first cleaning [performed by The Cleaning Authority - Fresno County] the Thursday before my Monday surgery. Fantastic cause!! Thank you for taking several items off of my long to-do list the weekend before surgery." Pam, Fresno, CA
"I am writing to thank you for sending Mardi Calhoun and Mike Rathbun from Freedom Cleaning Services in Minnesota to my house. They are such a kind and friendly team and they do a great and efficient job of cleaning! They made a big difference to me and the fact that they volunteer this service makes me feel very blessed. Thank you for the service you provide!" Laurel, Shoreview, MN
"Of all the wonderful support and services I received during chemo last summer, yours was my favorite. I scheduled my cleanings [with Merry Maids of Woodbridge, VA] on the same days as treatments... I can't tell you how nice it was to come home to a professionally cleaned house after a loooooong day in the chemo chair. Can't thank you enough!" Katherine, Montclair, VA
I wanted to share an email from a patient. Thank you for bringing us together. This is a wonderful reminder of WHY we love to be a part of your organization and give back to our local community. "I am soooo happy!!! The cleaner did an awesome job and she is delightful and very professional. I keep walking around looking at how clean things are and saying WOW! I am so grateful that you have provided this service, and appreciate it immensely. Now the feeling of everything slipping away from me has abated (for a week or so anyway :). My husband saw the results from the cleaners hard work and was happy too. From the depths of my heart, thank you! I am looking forward to the next three visits, and hopefully by the end of the 4 months working with your group , we'll be in a much better place and I can feel ok about things again." Owner Jamie Rohrbauck, Dust and Mop, Apex, NC
"I had the best woman Gayla [owner of Girl Friday Cleaning Services] come to my house to clean. She did the best job and is the sweetest and most kind person I have ever met in Waxhaw NC... God Bless Cleaning for a Reason who helped fine me someone to clean while undergoing my treatments and getting shingles on top of that!! Thank you." Fran, Waxhaw, NC
"I was blessed to have Cleaning For A Reason [and Life Maid Easy in Phoenix, AZ] during the last part of my treatment for breast cancer... their service is amazing... they are sensitive to your needs. In December, they came while I was having a garage sale... When they left... they left with a part of me... Thank you !!!!! XOXO" Cindy, Phoenix, AZ
"One of the ladies I cleaned for lost her battle to cancer. I enjoyed my time with her and her husband of 49 years. I loved looking at their photos and catching a glimpse of how happy they were before cancer. I don't think they benefited from me as much as I did from them. The best thing we have to give is our time regardless of how hard it may be it is precious and valuable. I was reminded each time I was there about what is truly important in life. She was visibly hurting and I know now she is pain free and resting in peace. Thank you for creating this wonderful organization. When I spoke to Frank today, he thanked me and also wanted to thank this organization." Cindy, A Breath of Fresh Air Cleaning Services, Oceanside, CA
"Thanks for cleaning my house for four months, I finish my last chemo treatment on Friday!" Jeannie, Mukilteo, WA
"I recently discovered Cleaning For A Reason's Facebook page, and I am enjoying it so very much. The postings of testimonies, recipes, health advice, tips on cleaning, decorating ideas, little comics, and photos are fabulous." Lori
"This is a very great idea! I learned about Cleaning For A Reason years ago and have passed their information on to others who have benefited in their time of need." Larraine
"Now we have two cancer patients that we are providing free cleanings for four months. One of the patients resides in Paragould and homeschools her daughters who help some around the house. However, she did not want to burden her 14 year old daughter with more responsibilities so she contacted us. When Cleaning For A Reason contacted me last week about this patient I did not know if I was going to accept her as my client because of the distance. I felt that I needed to do it, so I did and it feels good to serve others that are in need. As I was helping my team today I had tears rolling down my checks. I pray to God to restore my client's health. Before we left I received a hug and a smile that warmed my heart." Sols Cleaning Team, Jonesboro, AR
"These people came to my home two years ago and I don't know what I would have done without them. God bless this company." Pat, Cape May, NJ
"Awesome cause and awesome people. You will never know how much it meant for Ms. Paulette to come out and help my mom. Thank you Kasi and Ms. Paulette with Cleaning Maid Easy." Donna, Acworth, GA
"I used this amazing service when I went through breast cancer treatments in 2011-2012. I am now 100% cancer free and continuing my goal to help others. I am truly blessed. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Cleaning For A Reason you are truly a blessing." Tammie, Tomball, TX
"Got a gratitude reminder today when the fine folks at The Cleaning Authority-Knoxville came knocking in our door. Because of Cleaning For A Reason, we have received FREE house cleaning for the past few months. It has been such a blessing to K Beaty and me. They have been extremely professional and I would recommend them to anyone looking for some help around the house." Jason, Knoxville, TN
"Spotless, LLC is so grateful to be able to service the homes of those individuals who are unable, at this specific time to do this for themselves. Oftentimes, the Cleaning Technicians have never had an opportunity to serve their community in this manner. After providing this service they usually come back to the office extremely elated... this gratifying experience creates an unusual bond between the Cleaning Technicians and the clients. Partnering with the Cleaning For A Reason organization has produced satisfied clients and fulfilled Cleaning Service Technicians. THANK YOU." Spotless, LLC, Charlotte, NC
"I just wanted to say thank you for your services, I spoke with a woman who was so in need of assistance, and now her outlook on life seems more purposeful. Thank you." Loretta, Racine, WI
"You will never know the joy you have given me and my husband to have our home ever so beautiful AGAIN. I am eternally grateful to your company and whoever founded this beautiful idea. The professional generosity of the young ladies that serviced our home was to be noted. Their efficiency of time and spotless cleaning was impressive. The overwhelming feeling we received the next morning when we woke to a clean house was just WOW! May the Lord bless each and every one of you for this most generous gift. It was as good as taking a new medicine to feel better. Thank you, thank you, thank you!" Gail, New Port Richey, FL
"We have only cleaned for two patients but, this has been a very rewarding experience for me and my teams. The challenges the patients are going through puts everything into perspective for those who are healthy." The Cleaning Authority, Parkville, MD
"I called a patient to schedule her fourth cleaning and she was so grateful, and thanked us several times for doing this. Then at the end of the conversation she told us again how much she appreciated what we did for her, it sounded like she was crying. Hearing that emotion and gratitude was so humbling, I almost started crying myself. It is I who is grateful to be able to offer my services for such deserving women. Thanks to Cleaning For A Reason for providing such an amazing service." NuKastle Cleaning, Belleville, IL
"I can’t begin to find enough words of gratitude to tell you how much this gift has uplifted me and helped me. After Merry Maids arrived at my home for the first cleaning it immediately cheered me up and has given me the kind of needed support that is so welcome." Persia, ST Augustine, FL
"Yesterday I received an email from Shelly at Cleaning For A Reason with the happy news that I had been matched to a local maid service. I could hardly believe what I read! What a huge gift this is for me, since me and my husband are both being treated for cancer and lately he has not been able to do much around the house. The timing couldn’t have been better. I hardly know where to begin to thank you. This is so very helpful to me and I truly appreciate what you have done for me. I am very grateful to Cleaning For A Reason and all that your organization does. You’re a real blessing. Thank you!" Patti, Barberton, OH
"I want to let you know that one of the referrals I made from Fairview Hospice was so elated with your program that this couple requested that I pass this along. They want to thank Cleaning for a Reason and Merry Maids for the cleaning that they received the other day. They stated that their home absolutely shined after the cleaning team left.
This program is such a blessing for a family like this as they already have so much going on in their life. Taking this burden off of the spouse allows him to have more time for the patient and children. THANK YOU SO MUCH!" SR, Fairview Hospice Social Worker Oak Grove, MN
"I just wanted to let your organization know that Dawn and her partner with Scrubbin Bubbles came and cleaned for me last week and they did an AWESOME job. I appreciate what your organization does, thank you so much!" Renee, Lebanon, TN
"I love this service! When I am too tired to clean they send a wonderful cleaning lady over. Thank you." Cheryl
"Recently, I made a small donation in memory of a friend that had passed away. A VERY few days later I received a thank you letter from the founder herself thanking me for the generous donation. What a GREAT company, doing things for all the RIGHT reasons!" Carol, Atlanta, GA
"Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I appreciate this service more than words can say. This will help me so much! WOW your organization is great, thank you, thank you, thank you!" Bobbie, New York, NY
"I received the most wonderful letter from a patient, thanking us for joining Cleaning For A Reason and giving her the opportunity to be serviced. We cleaned her home the four times and when she came out of the hospital she elected to have our maid service to continue cleaning for her. We have developed a wonderful friendship and her cancer is in remission. Thank you Cleaning For A Reason for allowing us to partner with you." Pattie, Bloomfield, MI
"I received cleaning from Pure Aroma Cleaning for four months through your program. They were wonderful and we are so grateful! My second round of chemo was the toughest and they were able to provide their services during that, so it was a huge help. The owners were amazing – I believe we made some lifelong friends!" Misty Cedar Park, TX.
"I just wanted to write and tell you how wonderful it has been to receive help with the house cleaning while undergoing treatments. Your organization is to be commended for such a valuable outreach. Tailor Maid House Cleaning from Shillington has been outstanding & I realy don't know what I would have done without their help the past few months. It is nice to know that when folks stop by, I can feel good about having a clean house at a time I am not able to lift the vacuum, or have stamina to keep up! Thank you, thank you, thank you!" Anita Reading, PA
"My second free house cleaning visit is tomorrow and I surely need the help right now!" Deana
"Cleaning For A Reason also helped me with cleaning my house after my mastectomy. Wonderful organization! Thank you!" Cindy
"Thanks to Miss Holly Garmon & Grant with Grant's Commercial Cleaning in Point, TX. She is awesome and an ANGEL!" Myra, Point, TX.
"Classic Cleaners came today for their first cleaning, I cannot believe what a wonderful job they did. I am so grateful for their service on my behalf, I could not thank the ladies enough. My house shines! Thank you for setting me up with them and please pass on my sincere thanks to Classic Cleaners for sending their angels to me." Mary
"You are a superb, fantastic, terrific organization! We just had our first cleaning by two wonderful ladies of The Maid Brigade out of Carefree, AZ. They did a wonderful job, and everything sparkles! People do feel better in a clean environment." Bonnie & Bill, Fountain Hills, AZ
"Today two lovely ladies from Maid to Shine, out of Vancouver, came and did what I haven't been able to do in months, get down on their hands and knees and scrub the floor in the kitchen and the bathroom.... and did a whole lot more. I am grateful to the organization and to Maid to Shine." Franci, Portland, OR
"Two sweet ladies from English Maids, in Waco, TX, came today to clean my mom’s house through your service. What a blessing it was for both my parents. Thank you so much." Laura
"I am undergoing chemotherapy and have been fortunate enough to be able to use these services! It really helps with my stress level and my energy level." Laura
"I have had one cleaning from Bella Mia Maid Service and have scheduled the remaining three. I am very impressed with them (and I am very picky so this says a lot!!)." Kristin, Austin, TX
"EcoMaids of Casco Bay did a fantastic job. I feel so fortunate to have had their services." Kelly, Westbrook, ME
"I very much appreciated the service I received from EcoMaids of Casco Bay. I hope you know what a huge help Cleaning For A Reason is and what a difference you make in people's lives. I would absolutely recommend EcoMaids to people I know." Jamie, Westbrook, ME
"In August. I had a lung biopsy and then a wedge of lung was removed. I found out about X-Treme Clean from the Fitzpatrick Cancer Center. They have cleaned my home for FREE four times and what a huge help. The vacuuming alone was a godsend. After the operation I couldn't use my right arm. They did the cleaning with smiles and pleasant attitudes. I would definitely recommend them to all. Thank you X-Treme Clean for your help!" Diane, Plattsburgh, NY
"I want to thank you very much for the thoughtful and helpful service you provide. The company providing the cleaning in our area is called The Maids. They were at our home providing their cleaning services last month and again just yesterday, Friday, May 20th. The company could not be more helpful or compliant in their scheduling, and especially with the care they provide when working in a room my wife happens to be in at the time when they are cleaning. My wife now takes chemo treatments 1 out of every 4 weeks. Yesterday was the 5th day of this month treatment, and she was just too exhausted to move out of the bedroom, while they were there. They were very pleasant, speaking with her and making her feel comfortable, not awkward." Steven, PA
"I came home last evening to a new home, and it lifted my spirits. Thank You so much for thinking of us and arranging the cleaning. The whole idea is valuable to ailing families, and it's great that you have joined with the foundation, Cleaning For A Reason." Alice & Knute
"Hi, I would like to thank you for providing me with a great service. It really helped me and my family get through a tough period. May this organization grow and each person be blessed with every outreach. Sandra, Louisville, KY
This was my company's very first cleaning for a reason. We are all very excited and eager to help! The team that went out today already felt the emotional bond that we know will be very rewarding. Thank you so much for letting us be a part of this wonderful organization!" The Anderson Company, Arlington TX
"Thank you so much for your kindness and generosity. My house looks beautiful. Yolanda was very hard working and thorough. You have made me very happy." Terry, Acworth, GA
"Flor's Cleaning here in Ft Myers, FL contacted us last week and scheduled a cleaning today. Two cleaners showed up and did a great job! My wife, Elsie, is elated over the job they did and the caring and thoughtfulness of this program. Thank you all for the help in this time of trauma. God bless you and all those involved in this endeavor and thanks again." Les, Ft. Myers, FL
"It is a wonderful service you provide. Helping to keep our home clean at this difficult time is very uplifting and provides an all-around better feeling for my family." Steven, PA
"I did my first cleaning for a Cleaning for a Reason client on Monday. What an amazing experience! I am SO glad I signed up to do this. It is a great cause, and I'm meeting some incredible women." Linda
"This is to let you know what a wonderful couple of women came a couple of months ago to clean my home. They were from Total Profection Cleaning. They were such wonderful people and did a fantastic job cleaning my home. I was pretty okay by the time I got them, so I didn't ask for them to come back, because I thought they could be used by another cancer patient that needed them more than I did. Boy, I could have really used them in the Spring!! I am happy to say my last PET Scan showed no sign of cancer. But... you have to keep on guard! Thank you so very much for sending these ladies my way. I can highly recommend them and your service also. With warmest regards." Jo Ann, Tallahassee, FL
"Just wish to express my gratitude and appreciation for cleaning service this past July. The girls were super great. Thanks."
"Today was the first day that my home was cleaned by Hernan and Associate... it was a delightful experience...not only were they timely in arriving... they were timely in completing their job. It really does make a difference to know that there are people in the world who truly do "serve others" with a joyful spirit. May God bless you and all connected with this wonderful SERVICE TO MANKIND! It makes life's journey easier, with profound gratitude and respect."
"As you probably know, Mary Beth died last week. I want to thank you for making her last month’s easier, and contributing to her knowledge that she was being cared for up to the end of her life. Brava for your fine work." Susan, RI
"I can't thank you enough, It was great, My mother got confused about when someone was coming.... Once again thank you, for taking so much off us." Helene, Marietta, GA
"I was just checking in to schedule my next visit. The last one was fabulous!! It has actually helped in setting up a few new habits for us." Elizabeth, Smyrna, GA
"Just wanted you to know your girls did great yesterday!! The house looks great, and I think they were only mildly annoyed with the size of the house!! J/k... But seriously, I did want to let you know that I do realize how huge this house is...far larger than anything I would ever buy!...and knowing that I'm getting a great deal for 4 cleanings, I didn't want them to do more time or work than you had originally anticipated for them doing for this type of situation. So please let them know it's totally fine to stop whenever they need to. I have the hardest time keeping the bathrooms and floors clean, past that my husband can help pitch in when needed. Again, thank you!! This is a God send!! Bless you!" Debi, MO
"I just want to advise you that My Luxury Maids recently donated 4 complimentary home cleaning services through your organization and it was so gratifying. They were professional from start to finish. The owner, Silvia Torres-Timoteo, promptly scheduled the appointments, followed up each cleaning with a personal call to ensure that everything was done properly and if there were any concerns. The women arrived promptly, were dressed in professional uniforms and were an absolute blessing. I will continue to use their services as I am still recovering from my double mastectomy and reconstruction and am extremely satisfied with their service. I cannot say enough wonderful things and I appreciate all that your organization and My Luxury Maids have done for me during my recovery." Jane, Jupiter, FL
"I am writing to thank you all for the great service you provide. Over the last four months I had Star Cleaning System in Laguna Niguel, CA, provide complimentary cleaning for me (arranged through your organization), while I have been undergoing treatment for breast cancer. The cleaning staff from Star was excellent. It helped me so much while undergoing surgeries and chemotherapy and working nearly full time." Wendy, Laguna Niguel, CA
"Just want to say 'Thank You' for the cleaning of my house. The girls were wonderful and did such a good job. I have felt 100% better with the three coming. I don't have a phone number for you but just want you to know how much I appreciate this program. I live in Pleasant Hill, Iowa, and again thank you." Anonymous
"You better believe the house cleanings are a help; they've been great! The cleaning service was willing to come out any day and they were willing to help with anything I needed. Because of my treatment, it was a huge help not to have to use my right hand, too." Anonymous
"Ms. Tooley, I just wanted to express my sincere thanks for the 4 cleanings that you awarded me during my cancer treatments. You do not know how much it meant to be able to enjoy the cleanliness especially when you do not feel up to doing it yourself and when you are expecting company. Your staff was superb. Thank you so much and may God Bless the work that you do to help others." Anonymous
"I would to express my gratitude and appreciation for the maid service done at my resident this month, May 2010. Such service is greatly appreciated, especially in my situation with all the health issues I'm having. Thank you very much." Anonymous
"You are wonderful! Thank you for remembering me." Anonymous
"I just wish there were more [free] cleanings! Cleaning for a Reason is real help, for my mother who is going through treatment." Anonymous
"What a wonderful service. I'm used to having a very clean house but I do not have the energy now and I get overwhelmed easier. I am very blessed by your ministry." Anonymous
"It was just great to have my windows cleaned! The cleaning services have been wonderfully helpful. Awesome, awesome service, thank you!" Anonymous
"Cleaning for a Reason is the most amazing service! Can I tell all my friends about it?! You are a BIG help. There are tons of cancer-research foundations. I need help with my house! I have three small children and have been taking chemotherapy for 19 months. This is a God-send to me." Stephanie, Long Island, NY
"We are performing our first C4R clean tomorrow and we are working on the schedule for another person. There is a peace knowing we are doing something good and the sincere gratitude from the woman in her struggle is humbling." Anonymous
"You can't know how much it meant to me. The ladies were angels sent from heaven and were such a blessing." Anonymous
"We did our first Cleaning for a Reason free cleaning today. It was awesome! She was such an awesome lady! She actually cried when we got there; she was so happy!" Laura, Chapter Member - Colorado
"I want to thank JoAnn's Professional Touch for all the kindness and consideration shown to me during my cancer treatment and recovery time through Cleaning For A Reason. The girls would show up every week with a heart full of cheer and clean my house, do errands or whatever I needed. I was treated like a queen by cheerful, loving women. This certainly has been a big help in my recovery process. Being in a clean and orderly environment enhances healing. Please accept my heart-felt appreciation for the care and happiness you gave to me during a very difficult time in my life." Mary, Toledo, OH
"I am a single mother of two young children, ages 8 and 11. My recent diagnosis of cancer and the upcoming chemo and radiation was a devastating blow to all three of us. One of my main concerns was how I would continue to be the type of mom I've always been, and have the energy to maintain all the other issues of being a homeowner. I've had friends step forward and offer to do my spring gardening, bring/purchase meals, mowing/trimming/fertilizer but I knew I just couldn't possibly keep up with the cleaning. And then my friend John told me about you; what a Godsend! Truly, you are a blessing to the many women who are dealing with just these same issues. This organization is a wonderful gift to those of us who struggle just to make it through each day, and still have the energy to be the best possible Momma we can be. God bless you all!" Sara, Lincoln, NE
"I would like to let you know it has been wonderful to have workers come in from Clean & Simple Cleaning to clean my house. After each chemo treatment, I am in a great deal of pain. Chemo also zaps energy. So the last thing you want to do is clean house. This is a wonderful idea to go out and help cancer patients. Thanks so much." Renae
"I wanted to write and thank you for this incredible blessing. I cried and hugged the women who came to help me... it is a huge burden lifted. Words cannot express how grateful I am. The service assigned to me was Home Sweet Home in Pasadena, California. They did an amazing job!" Joyce