Our children are deserving of our help so that their hopes can be realized.
HELP & HOPE
The Noon Club had a great presentation last week from Eric Coronis, exec. director, Help & Hope. It's been a while since we visited so we've set up a tour of the facility on our next dark day, Thursday, June 25. This will be held instead of Old Blinking Light lunch. We'll meet down in Castle Rock at 10 am. If there is interest in lunch following, we'll look into setting something up.
Contact Sue Bramley if you have questions. Mark your calendars!
Help & Hope Center is a non-profit human service organization dedicated to providing assistance to people in Douglas and Elbert counties who are in serious economic need, at risk of homelessness, or in a similar crisis. They address immediate needs by consistently providing food and other necessities for those who are unhoused, those with low incomes, and those who are financially fragile in our community. They help tomeet the immediate needs of residents of Douglas and Elbert Counties who are in financial distress and at risk of becoming homeless, to help them through troublesome times with dignity.
HHC envisions a community in which every individual and family can achieve and maintain financial stability.
They feed families in their hardest moments. Parents who weren’t sure how to stretch one more meal have found shelves full of fresh food waiting for them.
Help and Hope has recently distributed: 938,343 pounds of food —more than $1.8 million in nourishment for families. For many, this wasn’t just food, it was much needed relief.
Sunrise Club
Should we be jealous of our Sunrise Club members?
Does the “Early Bird” really consume a disproportionate amount of those tender yet scrumptious worms? Here are some thoughts on rising early:
Waking up early is often associated with increased productivity and overall well-being. Research indicates that early risers tend to have better mental health, improved focus, and enhanced physical health compared to night owls.
Psychological and Cognitive Benefits
Early risers often experience lower levels of stress and anxiety.
They tend to have better cognitive function, which can lead to improved decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Physical Health Advantages
Rising early can promote healthier lifestyle choices, such as regular exercise and better eating habits.
Exposure to morning sunlight helps regulate circadian rhythms, which can improve sleep quality.
Productivity and Success
Many successful individuals, including CEOs and leaders, attribute their achievements to their early rising habits.
Early mornings provide uninterrupted time for planning and executing tasks, leading to greater efficiency.
So here's to the early risers! Seems our jealousy is warranted! Rising and shining may be something to aspire to… As for me, I'll sleep on it.
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Fly'n B at Wind Crest
A strong sense of purpose is vital for seniors, enhancing their overall well-being.
Benefits of Purpose (and Rotary membership!)
Mental Health: Engaging in purposeful activities can reduce the risk of depression and anxiety.
Physical Health: Seniors with a sense of purpose often experience better physical health and lower rates of chronic diseases.
Social Engagement: Purposeful living encourages social interactions, which can combat loneliness and isolation.
Cognitive Function: Maintaining a sense of purpose may lower the risk of cognitive decline, including dementia and Alzheimer’s.
Ways to Cultivate Purpose
Volunteering: Helping others can provide fulfillment and connection.
Hobbies: Pursuing interests or learning new skills can enhance joy and identity.
Relationships: Nurturing connections with family and friends fosters a sense of belonging.
In summary, fostering a sense of purpose in seniors is crucial for mental, physical, and emotional health, leading to a more fulfilling life. Rotary is a great prescription toward making this goal a reality.
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Happy Guest Duffers from RCHR at a recent Golf Fundraiser for Castle Rock Rotary…FORE!
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And…RCHR is helping sponsor…
Wheel Chair Racers…
Providing us with volunteer opportunities
Jodi's Race 5K
Date: Saturday, June 13, race start 8:30am., Volunteers arrive by 7:45am
Location: City Park (more specific instructions about where to meet Team Hoyt Denver will be given closer to the race)
2. Donor Dash Race 5K
Date: Sunday, July 19, race start 8:00 am., Volunteers arrive by 7:15am
Location: Washington Park (more specific instructions about where to meet Team
Volunteer Opportunities for both races:
• Hospitality station - 1-2 volunteers provide post-race snacks and drinks for 25 people. THD will bring a 6 foot table and can provide reimbursement for food and beverage
• Cheer stations - 2-8 volunteers find spots on the course to cheer on our runners and riders. It works well if cheer teams of 2 people position themselves along the course. THD will supply cheer signs and cowbells. Or you can make your own signs ahead of time.
I volunteered this morning at the Colfax Marathon/ Half Marathon where 5 duos(athlete in a racing wheelchair and a pushing runner) participated. Yesterday they had 20 athletes participate in the Colfax 5K. It was wonderful to see the joy on many of the young athlete’s faces as they crossed the finish line.
I’ve attached a few pictures (above) of some of the participants from today and their new trailer—with our logos!
Please ask your members to contact me with their reservation to volunteer on either June 13 or July 19. This will be a fun time to work together and see the joy, fellowship and athleticism our support is providing.
Please let me know you received this and if you have any questions!
Erin Kane (above), Douglas County School Superintendent will the guest speaker at the May 28th Noon Meeting.
DCSD is the third-largest school district in Colorado, the largest employer in Douglas County, and is the #1 performing school district in the Denver area.
Under Erin's leadership, DCSD has become a national leader in academics and innovation, while building apositive and supportive culture for the school district’s staff and students.
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Film Critic-at-large, Greg Moody (above) will be our Noon Meeting speaker on May 28th. Thumbs way up!
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Consider joining these very attractive virtual fans at Farro Italian Restaurant, County Line at Holly, on Sunday, June 7th, and/or Sunday, June 14th. The Elderly Brothers perform from 5:30 to 7:30. Reservations are recommended (ask for seats in the bar area).
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The brave soldiers of the Ukrainian Army…
fighting the Russian invasion…
SEND THANKS for our solar panel conversion kits…
…as do these children, growing up in a world of fear, war and strife.
"The world is a book and those who don't travel read only one page.” St. Augustine
Notice: The Wheel Spinner does not normally go out on weeks when the Noon Club has no meeting. This issue is an exception as Beth and I will be traveling for a couple of weeks. The next Wheel Spinner will be published on June 9th. In the interim, if there are any urgent messages to be delivered to the Rotary Club of Highlands Ranch members, please utilize Club Runner, our Facebook page (if appropriate for general consumption) or in-person at the meetings.
Thanks to Beth Clarke for proofreading and to Kari Brown for tech support. Thanks to you for reading this far, and for being a Rotarian. Please send submissions to philipbclarke@gmail.comwith Wheel Spinner in the subject line.
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“…and in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make.”
