By NOREEN HYSLOP
Managing Editor
Wednesday was the final day for families to apply for help through the Daily Statesman's Operation Santa program, and several new families came forward with Christmas needs. A total of 45 families have made up the list this year. Listed below are the final six families that remain in need of help.
Family 39
This single mother from Bloomfield has three girls, ages two, three and four. They can use clothing and toys. The family could also use laundry detergent, which is requested to be the brand All Free.
Family 40
This Essex couple has two six-year-old girls and a nine-year-old boy. They request "Frozen" Disney items and other items. One parent works full time, and one is a full time college student.
Family 41
This single mom from Dexter has one four-ear-old boy who is in need of clothes and toys. He favors Spiderman and Paw Patrol themes. Mom is employed part-time in the healthcare industry. The organization, "Wishes 4 Riley," has stepped forward to take care of this family for the holidays.
Family 42
Single mom has three children, ages 12, 13, and 15. All need clothing. Sizes are listed on application.
Family 43
Another single mom is employed at a local nursing care facility and has two children 10 and 12. She could use some help with clothes and toys this holiday season. Mother also expresses needs, including hygiene items and cleaning supplies.
Family 44
A single male parent living in Dexter has an eight-year-old boy in need of clothing, shoes, and a desk and chair (used is fine). Cleaning supplies are also needed.
Family 45
A couple residing in Essex with three teenagers is asking for help this Christmas. Father is currently in training for a new job, but is not receiving pay during the training period. They could clothing including cowgirl boots for one of the girls.
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