It’s time to Adopt-a-Family for Christmas

submitted by Mary Sue Moore, Manchester Family Service

Manchester Family Service, Inc. (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the community. As the holiday season approaches, we seek ways to brighten their lives through our annual Christmas projects.

Our popular “Christmas Adopt-a-Family” continues this year! Organizations, local businesses, and families or individuals who wish to enter into the spirit of giving may purchase gifts for one of our seniors, singles, couples, and/or families who have indicated that they would like to be adopted. Information on gender, age, and gift ideas for each individual, as well as a suggested range of spending, is available. Gifts should not be wrapped and information on labeling gifts as well as when and where to take them will be given to participants. 

If you wish to take part in this project by adopting a family, contact John Sahakian at 734-428-7183 or manchesterfamilyservice@gmail.com. To adopt a senior, single, or couple, contact Marlene Uphaus at 734-341-7170 or muphaus@aol.com.

Unfortunately, we will again not be holding our annual “Christmas Shop” due to health concerns and complications arising from the COVID-19 pandemic.

We are still collecting donations of money for our monthly Food Gatherers Days’ expenses, costs associated with purchasing gift cards at various times of the year, as well as emergency assistance for rent and utilities. You may send your donations to Manchester Family Service, Attention: John Sahakian, Treasurer, P.O. Box 471, Manchester, MI 48158.

For income tax purposes, all items donated to Manchester Family Service can be considered tax exempt to the extent of the law. MFS, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and an equal opportunity provider.

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by Sara Swanson

Sara Swanson is an editor, writer and founder of the Manchester Mirror.