To apply for FreeHelpCK's 2026 Holiday Hope program, please click the link below.
Adopt A Senior (Christmas)

Adopt a Senior in Chatham-Kent is a compassionate initiative dedicated to supporting the elderly in the community by ensuring they have access to nutritious meals. Every Monday and Thursday, the program provides free, wholesome meals to seniors who are unable to leave their homes or prepare their own meals. This service, including delivery right to their doorstep, operates throughout the year, ensuring that no senior is left behind, even on holidays.
The highlight of the year for Adopt a Senior is Christmas Eve, when the spirit of giving truly comes to life. On this special day, volunteers deliver a festive turkey dinner along with gifts to each senior who is spending the holiday alone. This thoughtful gesture not only brings nutritional sustenance but also a moment of joy and a sense of community to those who may otherwise feel isolated during the holiday season.
Adopt a Senior (December / Christmas 2026)
Have a volunteer deliver a festive turkey dinner along with gifts to each senior who is spending the holiday alone.
**REGISTRATION FOR ADOPT A SENIOR 2026 WILL GO LIVE ON NOVEMBER 12TH**
Sponsor a Senior This Christmas

Help make Christmas special for a local senior!
Through our Angel Tree initiative, community members can sponsor a senior by selecting an angel from a participating Angel Tree. Each angel represents a senior’s personalized Christmas wish list.
How It Works:
- Visit a participating Angel Tree location.
- Select an angel and register your angel number.
- Purchase the gifts listed on the wish list.
- Return the gifts to the same Angel Tree location by December 15th, with the angel tag securely attached.
