DeKalb Sheriffs Hold Adopt-A-Family Program

DECATUR, GA -- The DeKalb Sheriff’s Office held an Adopt-A-Family program on Thursday at the jail for kids of incarcerated parents. Some 14 children and their guardians were invited to attend and receive gifts purchased by employees of the sheriff’s office who held fundraising events and made personal donations.

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DeKalb County Sheriff Jeff Mann (kneeling, front) is surrounded by kids who were guests at the 14th Annual Adopt A Family luncheon on December 20, 1018 at the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office. The sheriff is joined by Jail Division Commander Major L. Akies (standing right) and guest Debra DeBerry, Clerk of Superior Court, (back row fourth from left). The children and their guardians are participants in the DeKalb Family and Children’s Services Kinship Program and Bethany Foster Care. Image DeKalb Sheriff's Office