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Illinois Valley News, Cave Junction, Ore. Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Page A-9 Rotary’s Duck Derby application period for 2018 proceeds “We are looking forward to partnering with a local nonprofit and giving back to our communities once again.” said Rotary District 5110 assistant district governor Gina Marie Agosta. The following are the basic guidelines for applying: 1. The applicant organization must have current tax-exempt status under the Internal Revenue Code 501(c)(3). 2. The Capital Project must be for the primary benefit of children and families of Josephine County unless otherwise designated by and specifically approved by the Duck Derby Committee. 3. Funding from the Duck Derby proceeds shall not exceed 50 percent of the total project cost. 4. Unless specifically designated, funding will not be provided for: A. Emergency funding, B. Political purposes, C. Debt retirement or operational deficits, D. Operational expenses, E. Annual fund drive contributions, F. Organizations relying on direct Federal or local tax dollars for their principal support unless the need is for innovative or unusual programs for which direct public funding is not available. G. Sectarian religious purposes (does not preclude consideration for education, medical or social service oriented programs undertaken by church affiliated agencies). 5. The Project shall not be less than $50,000. For full application guidelines and to submit an application, please contact a Rotarian or one of the local Rotary Clubs. Meeting times and locations are as follows: Greater Grants Pass - Rotary Club Fridays 7 a.m. at Taprock Northwest Grill, 971 SE 6th St., Grants Pass. Grants Pass - Rotary Club Wednesdays 12:15 p.m. at Wild River Pub, 533 N.E “F” St., Grants Pass. Club Tuesdays 12:15 p.m. Wild River Brewing & Pizza, 249 N. Redwood Hwy., Cave Junction. Rogue Gateway - Rotary Club Thursdays 12:15 p.m. at Wild River Pub, 533 N.E “F” St., Grants Pass. Illinois Valley - Rotary Saturday Oct. 18 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 0592 The Rotary Clubs in Josephine County (Grants Pass and Illinois Valley) continue fulfilling the mission of Rotary International - “ To Provide Service to Others” - with their annual Duck Derby. Every year, the four clubs in Grants Pass and Illinois Valley combine efforts to raise money and put it back into our local communities. The Duck Derby committee is continuing to accept Capital Project applications from tax exempt organizations in Josephine County for the 2018 Rogue Duck Derby proceeds. The deadline to apply is Nov. 15, 2017. Senior SPoTLiGHT SPonSoreD BY i.V. Wellness resources Morning backache-ache Food & Friends Menu FRIDAY – OCT 20 COUNTRY MEATBALLS OVER PASTA MONDAY – OCT 23 HOT ROASTED PORK SANDWICH WEDNESDAY- OCT 25 SPAGHETTI W/ MEAT SAUCE Call 541-955-8839 to volunteer or if you need meals. It’s that time of year when we’re trying to get ready for winter; mowing the grass one last time, harvesting those last tomatoes and zucchini, raking up the leaves, getting and stacking firewood. You are not alone if you woke up this morning with an achy back. The Institute of Medicine estimates that 31 million Americans suffer from low back pain at any given time. The more common, less serious aches are often the result of muscle strain, poor posture, improper lifting or just overdoing. Degeneration of the spine is a normal part of the ag- ing process, but we continue to want to function as if we were 10 to 20 years younger. That can lead to more incidences of lumbar strain resulting in low back pain. For occasional backaches or when you’ve overdone it, most health providers recommend a short course of over- the-counter pain medication, ice packs and pain patches. Sometimes bed rest for a short time can help. If a back- ache does not respond to home treatment in a few days, professional help is the next step. HELP WANTED Looking for workers to add to referral list for seniors and disabled. Must have background check and referrals. Call I.V. Wellness Resources at 541-592-9781. FREE ADS If you are a senior and want to place a FREE AD for a living or health care need call Laura Mancuso 541-592-2541 or email laura@illinois-valley- news.com. But as always, prevention is the best defense: *Maintaining a healthy weight and using proper lifting techniques (bending at the hips and knees and not twist- ing and reaching when you pick something up) go a long way in preventing injuries. *When shoveling snow, use a shovel with a shaft not so short it causes you to bend more or too long that it makes the load heavier to lift. *While lifting, keep your back straight and avoid twist- ing your spine. *Lower back pain can also be the result of wearing ill- fitting shoes, flip-flops or worn out shoes. * Fallen arches and flat feet can also cause back pain. *High- heeled shoes can alter your center of gravity to an abnormal position, causing a tightening in the calf and resulting in low back pain. *Avoiding cigarette smoking can slow and reduce the amount of disc degeneration. You can contact I.V. Wellness Resources at 541-592-9781 or www.ivwellnessresources@gmail.com and please like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ivwellnessresources. MEDICAL DISASTER REGISTRY EQUIPMENT If you need special help I.V. Lions loans out medi- in an emergency please cal equip for those that register online at www. rvcog.org or call Senior need it: W/C, walkers, & Disability Services at canes, portable toilets, 541-664-6674 for more shower stools & more. information. Call 541-659-1074. CHAIR FITNESS Classes FREE at Healthy U, TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS from 1 - 1:45 p.m. 535 E. River St., Cave Junction Call 541-592-4888 or visit www.healthyucenter.org. 7KH.HUE\ 7UDQVIHU6WDWLRQ LVRSHQWR KHOS\RX +RXUV0RQGD\V6DWXUGD\V 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. DPWRSP )RUPRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ SKRQH 0235
