Prioritizing mental health
2023-24 Rotary International President R. Gordon R. McInally encourages Rotary members to make mental health a priority. Below are some club activities in support of this initiative:
Falls City Rotary Club - Community Medical Center Community Walking Trail
News Release: At the scheduled meeting of the Rotary Club of Falls City on July 14, 2023, Outgoing President, Rick Martin, finished the Agenda Item in Old Business with an upbeat message. In the early morning hours of that day, Rotary International approved the “Request of Matching Funds from Rotary District 5650 by the Rotary Club of Falls City. The approval of this matching grant for every $1.00 raised a match of $1.25 will be matched to a maximum match of $1, 875.00. This amount combined with prior commitments from the Rotary Club of Falls City will make a total commitment of $3,375.00 earmarked for the Community Medical Center Community Walking Trail (Phase III).
The gift will include, a Bench, Customization and Shipping, Excavation, and Site preparation. Concrete footings, bolts, underlayment, edging, and crushed limestone. Landscaping and Labor.
Martin stated The project will benefit each member of the community, hospital staff, and patient families. To walk a beautiful nature trail and be of the mindset of a holistic approach towards the importance to exercise, mental wellness, togetherness, and at peace at “oneness.”
Martin concluded, stating it has been an honor and privilege to work for a fine organization such as the Rotary Club of Falls City which is dedicated to Service to all concerned. Then, the “Passing of the Gavel,” was made to Kathy Perkins, the new President of Rotary, whose term commences from July 2023 through June 2024.
Lincoln South Rotary Club - No Footprint Too Small
Supported by a District Matching Grant, Lincoln South Rotary Club is providing materials for care packages distributed through the organization No Footprint Too Small.
Annually in the U.S. alone, there are nearly one million miscarriages, almost 30,000 babies are born still, and 90,000 babies die before their first birthday. No Footprint Too Small offers support to the mothers and their families within our own community who have experienced such loss. The organization helps those grieving with support materials but also helps connect them with mental health services.
The care packages will include an insert card with Lincoln South Rotary Club's message of care and support for the families suffering these losses.