ADOPT-A-FAMILY

Since 1985, Oakland Family Services has helped families who face financial difficulties to make the holidays a little brighter for their loved ones, especially the children.  Our Adopt-A-Family program is an opportunity for families and businesses to experience the joys of giving at this special time of year.  Adopt-A-Family recipients are not wishing for expensive items or frivolous keepsakes.  Rather, they are hoping for simple gifts that can bring a smile to a child’s face or keep them warm in the winter’s cold.

The Friends of Oakland Family Services along with local teenagers fulfilling community service hours assist individuals and corporations in unloading and checking in hundreds of wrapped gifts and packages over a two-day period.  Both staff and clients are overwhelmed by the generosity of our community.

Last year through the kindness of individuals, businesses and community groups, more than 150 families had a holiday to remember thanks to Oakland Family Services’ Adopt-A-Family program!

For more information on how you can be personally involved in spreading the joy of the season, contact Kristin Joyce at 248.858.7766. ext 203.