AFL-CIO Community Services is preparing for the annual Adopt-A-Family Christmas Program. The organization will take applications from those families in need beginning on Nov. 12 and continuing through Dec. 18.

Applications will be accepted from Monday through Thursday, 1-4 p.m., and Friday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Applications will not be taken Nov. 26-27.

Applications will be accepted at the Community Services building, 1203 N. Sixth St. Applicants must bring the following information:

— Social Security cards for each member of the household;

— proof of all income (TANF, Child Support, SSI, Social Security, pensions, and earned wages, etc.);

— utility bills (electric, water, gas, phone, trash, etc.);

— all other expenses (food, credit cards, prescriptions, etc.);

— rent or mortgage receipt showing your name and phone number;

— clothing and shoe sizes for every member of the household;

—list of preferred foods, clothing or household needs;

— a wish list from Santa from each child (three items maximum);

— a $2 processing fee.

Applicants should not bring children when applying. Those unable to apply in person due to a physical disability should call Community Services at 364-1131 by Dec. 18 to make other arrangements.

To adopt a family or make a donation, contact Community Services at 364-1131, fax 364-2304, or visit their office. Office house are Monday through Wednesday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Thursday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.