Family Service prepares for holiday season

submitted by Cathy Moore, Manchester Family Service

Manchester Family Service, Inc. (MFS) exists to provide aid to many families and individuals in the Manchester community. As the holiday season approaches, we seek ways to brighten their lives through our annual “CHRISTMAS ADOPT-A-FAMILY.”

Organizations, local businesses, and families or individuals that 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.

These gifts can be brought to the Riverside Intermediate School, 710 E Main St, on Thursday and Friday, December 18 and 19, between the hours of 4pm and 7pm. SIGNAGE WILL BE AVAILABLE TO DIRECT YOU.

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

Donations of money are used for our monthly Food Gatherers Days’ expenses and 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 donated items 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 Marsha Chartrand

Marsha Johnson Chartrand, a founder, writer, and copy editor with the Manchester Mirror, is a 50-year resident of Manchester. She has a long history of volunteer and community involvement.