A statute in New Jersey, USA, requires all property owners to keep their properties tidy and orderly by painting and making repairs as needed in order to preserve the appearance of the street.

Unfortunately, some people find it difficult to adhere to such obligations. Some people just do not have the finances to cover everything, and some fail to take age and ill health into consideration.

An old teacher named Ann Glancy struggled to keep her house and yard tidy because of her advanced age. The grounds appeared to have been neglected, and the paint had long since faded. The woman’s small pension also gave her just enough money to get by. Because of this, she just did not have the opportunity to continuously maintain her property.

Ann, though, was fortunate to have great neighbors. They decided to organize the house and raise the money on their own. She initially rebuffed the offer out of embarrassment. She soon received a large fine, which she could not afford. She therefore agreed.

The friends of the neighbors then joined them, and construction began. It was entertaining and, more significantly, quick working with such a large group.

The helpers worked on the weekends throughout the majority of the summer. And soon it became challenging to locate the house. New planks were put for the paneling, and the windows and porch were restored.

Ann was eventually accepted by the staff, and she began receiving frequent visits.

Ann would have needed to spend at least $10,000 on such renovations, but the kind neighbors paid for everything.