For parents looking for an alternative to their children consuming excessive amounts of candy on Halloween while engaging in a service project with their children, the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office is accepting Halloween candy as part of its 11th annual ‘Treats for Troops’ collection to send thanks, encouragement, and sweets to troops overseas.
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is discouraging door-to-door trick or treating, but for those families who have plans to safely collect or purchase candy as part of a Halloween celebration, a Treats for Troops candy donation is still an option.
“Treats for Troops is a great way parents can participate in a community service project with their kids while showing our troops we support them back home,” said Oakland County Sheriff Michael Bouchard.
Locally, Halloween candy (individually wrapped, no chocolate) may be dropped off at the Independence Township substation, 6560 Citation Drive, from November 2-6 until 4 p.m.