Ms. Sarmiento is an 84-year-old widow who has lived in her beloved 1908 home for many years. After losing her husband—a man who lovingly cared for the property and took deep pride in maintaining their home—she has faced the growing challenge of keeping up with critical repairs on her own.

Ms. Allen, a 71-year-old homeowner in Portland, reached out for help with her yard. With limited income and difficulty managing physical tasks, even simple upkeep had become overwhelming.