Cleaning for a Reason is a national nonprofit that provides free home cleaning to people battling cancer. Cris’ Cleaning Squad is a proud partner, cleaning the homes of cancer patients in Washington, DC and Montgomery County, Maryland, at no cost to them or their families. Each patient matched with our team receives two free professional cleanings, completed within a month.
Why we take part
During cancer treatment, keeping up a home is one more demand on limited energy. Taking it off the list gives patients more time for rest, family, and friends. Since 2006, Cleaning for a Reason and its partners have helped more than 65,000 cancer patients and their families, and we are proud to be part of that work in our community. Our cleaners are our own employees, trained, insured, and background-checked, and they arrive uniformed and clearly identified.
How Cleaning for a Reason works in DC & Maryland
Who can apply
Anyone with any type of cancer who is in treatment, recovering from cancer surgery, or in hospice care. Caregivers, nurse navigators, doctors, friends, and family members can also apply on a patient's behalf, as long as the patient agrees to receive the service.
What the patient receives
Two free professional home cleanings, which our team completes within a month. There is no cost to the patient and nothing is asked in return.
How matching works
Applications go through Cleaning for a Reason, which reviews each one and matches the patient with a partner company in their area. Matches are not guaranteed, so we recommend applying early.
We serve patients in Washington, DC, Rockville, Bethesda, Silver Spring, and nearby Montgomery County communities. For a step-by-step walkthrough, read our guide on how cancer patients can get free house cleaning in DC and Montgomery County.
What one patient shared
"They are AMAZING! I am going through cancer treatment and have been too debilitated by chemo to do much of anything around my home, which was stressing me out. The cancer center recommended Cris' Cleaning Squad because they generously offered FREE cleanings for people going through chemo/radiation. Carolina came in and spent hours making my home *sparkle*. Even mopped under my bed! It really helped my mental well-being and I'm no longer embarrassed to have visitors. I am so thankful for them and highly recommend their services :)"
Laura C. · Google review
Know someone in cancer treatment in DC or Montgomery County? Apply for free cleanings through Cleaning for a Reason. Questions about our partnership? Call us at (240) 418-8467.