The 167 residents of the Lakewood Care Center are up for "adoption" this holiday season. Each year, generous individuals and organizations throughout the Kansas City community participate in the "Adopt a Resident" program that provides a holiday gift bag for each resident. Members of the TMC Lakewood Auxiliary committee interview the residents to determine their individual needs. Examples of the items on resident wish lists include clothing, personal care articles, snacks, games, and calendars. Adopting groups and individuals receive a copy of the list and then shop for their resident. In late December, residents receive their gift bags at a holiday party in the Long Term Care Center. Residents also can be adopted throughout the year. To adopt or for more information, contact the Lakewood Volunteer and Auxiliary office at 816-404-9710 or email LWAuxiliary@tmcmed.org.