BAKERSFIELD, Calif.(KBAK\/KBFX) \u2014 For most, the holidays are about being around family and friends and enjoying each other\u2019s presence.<\/p>\n
But that may not be the case for everyone as the holidays can be some of the most difficult if they don\u2019t have a place to go.<\/p>\n
In Kern County, many places will open their doors and welcome guests. Tis the season of holiday cheer and it\u2019s all about making sure someone has a place to go to but does not feel judged for being alone during the holidays.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe\u2019re so blessed to live in the community of Bakersfield,\u201d said City of Bakersfield\u2019s Mayor, Karen Goh. \u201cWhere there is generosity and caring for others. There are so many places during the holidays for people who maybe don’t have another place to go to be welcomed.<\/p>\n
As the holidays are in full effect, many may not be as fortunate to enjoy a hot meal and be surrounded by loved ones.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhen they’re coming for a meal, get services, give them, you know, clothing, we’re not asking them what group they belong to, what their affiliation is,\u201d said The Mission at Kern County<\/a> Executive Director, Carlos Baldovinos. \u201cWe’re accepting of people wherever they’re at. Just what it says, \u2018Love and Action\u2019. We want to help people, regardless of their background or whatever they’re going through. That’s what we’ve done for over 70 years.\u201d<\/p>\n