Message from our President
Hello Fellow Rotarians and Happy Holidays to All
December is upon us. The weather, although not “too frightful” here in the desert, has changed for a while. Time to put on our winter warm wear and celebrate the holidays with family and friends.
The vast majority of us are fortunate to have more than the basics of life - shelter, food and clothing. As Rotarians, we can’t help but think of those in need, locally and around the world. You joined rotary to make a difference and help provide for those who lack some of the basics.
At this current time in our own lives, we are coming out and going back into a life with COVID. December is Disease Prevention and Treatment Month. Right here in our own backyards we can’t help but find this month's theme more than pertinent. Yes, by now, we do know what are the correct things to do to prevent or at least minimize COVID - vaccinations, masking, good hand hygiene and being judicious within large groups. Hopefully we all have good healthcare to mitigate this road, but around the world this isn’t the case. Most of the world’s population can’t afford or don’t have access to basic healthcare.
Disease results in misery, pain, political instability, and poverty for millions of people worldwide. That’s why treating and preventing disease is so important to us. We lead efforts both large and small - we set up temporary clinics, blood donation centers, and training facilities in underserved communities struggling with outbreaks and health care access. We design and build infrastructure that allows doctors, patients, and governments to work together. We pay special attention to water and sanitation needs around the world.
Our members combat diseases like malaria, polio, water and sanitation-borne diseases. Prevention is important, which is why we also focus on health education and equip communities to stop the spread of these life-threatening diseases. Rotary International, through your participation directly or indirectly, provide numerous projects and grants here in our backyard and globally.
Getting involved in our club is the second step. You already took the first step, joining . Our club has many opportunities for participation. As the Uncle Sam recruiting ads of days-gone-by, WE NEED YOU to step up.
With Warm and Happy Thoughts,
Brian Brodowsky, President
Big Heart Awards Planning from Yesenia Preciado
Please reach out if you would like to be involved in the planning. Email Yesenia at yeseniapreciado@yahoo.com.
Rotary Cares, From Jessica Gilbert
From Lucy: Have me in your prayers. I had cataract surgery, have a few complications. My husband had a heart attack, stent placement done, he's not doing well. I'm in Oklahoma currently where he lives. He was readmitted again on Sunday and was discharged yesterday.
Happy Holidays.
Yvonne Parks is out of rehab an is doing better. She is at home and family and friends are keeps close eye on her.
Breanna Sewell is keeping a close watch on her dad. He has stage four cancer so please keep her in your prayers and also her dad.
❤️❤️❤️
From Jackie Chatman, Community Service Chair
Sign Up Link: https://volunteersignup.org/CBCJ7
Vocation Committee - Business Spotlight
Brian
Business: Figaro’s barber shop
Highlight: Andre is the hair cutter
Been in business in DHS for many years.
Sorta a nice old fashioned hair cutting experience
Jody
Business: Spread on Pierson Blvd.
Highlight: This new restaurant provides amazingly generous portions for sandwiches and salads and the gals in there are so friendly and helpful! 😊
Marybeth Coleman
Business: Kelly’s Kennels and Kamp
Highlight: Kelly Bailey runs a doggie daycare out of her home providing daycare as well as overnight boarding. Kelly has all you would want for your pup to stimulate them and keep them busy while they are in her care. She takes time to get to know your pup and fit them in with the right pack!!
Allan
Business: J.G. Mechanical
Highlight :Juan's specialty is air conditioning/electrical/home repairs. He is extremely customer friendly, takes time to explain what is needed and why, and goes the extra mile for his customers. We had a water heater go out, and he stopped another project, obtained the water heater and installed it within a matter of a few hours. His prices are reasonable.
Ivan
Business: Farmer in the Dale, which is a family owned local business.
They sell a wide variety of fresh produce and groceries at great prices. Ernesto Draayer and his staff are always friendly and very helpful.
Sam Messler
Business: The UPS Store.
Highlight:For as long as I have known the owners, Floyd Barten and Kent Helser, I've noticed the high quality of customer service they and their staff provide their clientele. Surpassing that, the proprietors treat local non-profit organizations in a most special way with respect for what they do to help others. The UPS Store is a most definite focal point of pride in the City of Desert Hot Springs.
Inez
Business: Farmer in the Dale
Highlight: They are personable with their customers, they offer quality produce, and guarantee freshness. They are willing to take back any produce that don’t meet those standards.
Yesenia:
Business: Delicias
Highlight: Some of the best food I have had in the desert.
Live Scan Reminder
December is Disease Prevention and Treatment Month
"Disease prevention and treatment is one of the Rotary Foundation Areas of Focus. And for good reason. The health and vitality of a person, a family and a community can be seriously impaired by what in many cases is a preventable disease. Disease prevention is really a keystone to progress in other areas as well because of the interplay with other areas of focus like Water and Sanitation and Maternal & Child Health.
What can you do?
See what Rotarians are doing in Disease Prevention and Treatment
Learn more about our efforts to End Polio.
Check out the Water and Sanitation Rotarian Action Group (WASRAG).
Browse Rotary Showcase for member projects helping to fight disease and see what other Rotarians and Clubs are doing.
Or you can find a project to sponsor on Rotary Ideas."
Learn More Here: https://district5050.org/stories/december-rotary-theme/
Desert Hot Springs Rotary Club
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