JoeyWP
“Senior Moment” Segment – July 10, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Senior Moment” Segment
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NEURO VITALITY CENTER w/ Allan H. Jensen C.E.O., re: 450 Sunrise Way in the Teen Center., Palm Springs.
– DISCUSSION that Allan is going to audition @ Revolution Stage Company for the next Season’s cast.
– REPORT that the NVC is a “cooling center” in this heat.
– REPORT on some of the volunteer activities;
1. Mom & Pop volunteers
2. Limited exercise due to heat
– ANNOUNCEMENT that they have partnered w/ the Mizell Senior Center. Every Monday there will be a FREE Stroke Recovery Support Group for caregivers, folks at risk of stroke and interested persons. Will be held every other week through the summer.
– REMINDER that the NVC building, acreage, etc. has been purchased by Eisenhower Health. Transitioning into a new program. Location on Alejo will be closed for about one year while EVERYTHING IS REMODELED. All programs will transfer over to the Boys and Girls Club of Palm Springs @ Sunrise and Ramon. Phone numbers remain the same. Eisenhower is bringing in a new program called PACE.
– REPORT that they are STILL accepting new clients.
– REPORT that the Boys and Girls Club has a full kitchen.
– REPORT that the NVC is located in the Boy’s and Girl’s Club TEEN CENTER. 250 Sunrise.
– REMINDER: they are now open from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM for clients Monday thru Friday.
– REPORT on the “outings” they are having since there is no gym.
– REPORT that their programs are for anyone 18 and older, but the majority of their clients are 55 plus.
– DISCUSSION of how to become a client. Call and ask for Rudy.
– REPORT on the Memory Care Facility.
1. Free 3 days a week
2. Two programs; CBAS and Memory Club.
3. A safe environment.
4. Transportation via Sunline. Once you are in the Sunline system you can use it for all your needs, not just the NVC.
5. Two meals a day.
– (contact info; www.neurovitalitycenter.org and (760) 323-7676).
Allan
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – July 10, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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DEMENTIA HELP CENTER w/ Lisa Stanford, re: 75-270 Hwy., 111, Ste., 204, Indian Wells 92210.
– MISSION STATEMENT that Dementia Help Center is the rescue plan for family caregivers. Offer individual and family coaching, personalized planning, care management and placement when the time comes. Fear cripples, but knowledge empowers. Strive to educate, inform and manage the disease and then to thrive.
– QUESTIONS FROM JOEY PALS.
1. What are the signs of dementia. Can it come on overnight? (CANNOT come on overnight. Sepsis and other things can mimic dementia when one is dehydrated. Can cause fainting, falls and hallucinations).
2. Symptoms of dementia; (1. Cognitive/Mental decline. 2. Disorientation, especially toward the evening.. 3.“Word salad” inability to speak coherently or can’t come up w/ the right word or name. 4. Make things up, stories and facts. 5. Behavioral/personality changes; shows as a lack of restraint, become quick to anger. 6. Begin to lose their way, forgetting how to get somewhere they’ve always known. 7. ESPECIALLY a change in their gait. I.E. muscular issues.)
3. REPORT that drugs can help but NOT CURE, AND other people, especially families ALWAYS KNOW.
– REPORT on their DHC’s bi-monthly “THRIVE” support group for ALL LEVELS IS BACK. Open to clients, family, caregivers. They also have a ZOOM meeting. Call for the link. FREE CONSULTATIONS. Indian Wells group meets 1st and 3rd Wed., of each month. La Quinta group meets 2nd and 4th Wed., in Old Town. of each month.
– REPORT on the 2 books Kae recommends: “Welcome to the Departure Lounge” and “Travelers to Unimaginable Lands”.
– (contact info: www.dementiahelpcenter.com and (760) 636-6355).
Lisa
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – July 10, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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JOSLYN CENTER w/ Dr. Jay Sellers CNE, CDE, CNC, Executive Director re: 73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that the Center is open Monday thru Friday 8 AM 5 PM. They are a COOLING CENTER. Stop in, get water and a snack, cool down and engage in activities if you like.
– REPORT that they are an Adult Senior Center and that they have over 75 classes and programs every week. Check the calendar on their website.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that they have FREE movies on the weekends as well.
– REPORT that membership is $30./year. Sign up on-line and sign up for the FREE newsletter that comes out every week, even during the summer.
– REPORT for today:
1. Joslyn Center is raising funds to expand their pickleball opportunities since it is the fastest growing sport in the country and is taking a firm foothold @ Joslyn Center. There are naming opportunities available w/ donations and pledges etc. Reach out to Jays@nulljoslyncenter.org.
2. End Senior Hunger Campaign: Meals on Wheels, Penny’s Pantry Food Band and Senior Farmer’s Market are Joslyn’s programs and they are raising funds to be certain no senior goes without food. www.joslyncenter.org and follow the donate button..
3. HOLD THE DATE: Brain Boot Camp; July 16. Pre-registration required. Call (760) 895-4656.
– DON’T FORGET; FREE Penny’s Pantry and Senior Farmer’s Market on alternating Fridays @ the Joslyn Center.
– REMEMBER: Bingo; Noon to 2 PM on Tuesdays. 10 games for $15.
– (contact info: www.joslyncenter.org and (760) 340-3220).
Dr. Jay
American Legion Segment – July 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – American Legion Segment
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American Legion Dept. of CA (Salinas Heritage Group) w/ Amado Salinas. National Legislative Council for the Dept., of CA.; National Media and Communications Committee for the American Legion; Area 5 District 1 First Vice for membership; National Legislation Council for By-laws and Constitution; Life member of American Legion Post 519 @ 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs, CA. 92262 and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Parliamentarian and Sgt.-At-Arms for the Hispanic American Police Officers Command Association.
– DISCUSSION of the 105TH Conference when Congress chartered the American Legion @ Visalia, CA.
– DISCUSSION of the PACT ACT to protect Veterans that were exposed to toxins. i.e. Agent Orange.
– DISCUSSION of how many American Veterans that live outside the U.S. to inform them of their benefits.
– REPORT that there are probably 500,000 to 600,000 live outside the U.S. 71,000 are registered. His trip to Colombia to see the Veterans.
– REPORT that under the Champs VA program and Title 38 they can only be covered by the disabilities they had AT THE TIME THEY LEFT THE MILITARY.
– REPORT on the daily activities @ Post 519. i.e. “Lunches by Juan”. Can be a guest of a Veteran. Entertainment.
– DISCUSSION that Congress may re-activate the Draft.
– (contact info; www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment – July 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment
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Cont. 2. HELPING HEROES USA w/ Amado Salinas. National Legislative Council for the Dept., of CA.; National Media and Communications Committee for the American Legion; Area 5 District 1 First Vice for membership; National Legislation Council for By-laws and Constitution; Life member of American Legion Post 519 @ 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs, CA. 92262 and the Veteran’s of Foreign Wars. Parliamentarian and Sgt.-At-Arms for the Hispanic American Police Officers Command Association.
– REPORT that Tony de Maio, the CEO and President, started/founded “Helping Heroes USA” and providing this time for us to talk about all these issues.
– REPORT on the mission statement; as a non-profit, to help the Veteran and First Responder organizations in serving their members and communities to feel better about themselves. “Helping Heroes USA” supplies funds, marketing, consulting, and organizational tools @ no charge to the organizations.
– EXAMPLE of the events that HELPING HEROES USA sponsors all over the world. Tony de Maio has a business background and tremendous people skills. He lives in Sun City, Palm Desert.
– REPORT to get Veterans out and active to help them realize they still have a life. i.e. bicycle rides etc.
– REPORT on their American League Baseball team out here. Last year they had 1 team, THIS YEAR THERE ARE 7 TEAMS. Steve Garvey is donating his time in support of these teams.
– REPORT ON BOYS AND GIRLS STATE: 1,000 students went to Sacramento to understand citizenship. Volunteer program supported by the American Legion.
– DISCUSSION of the spirit of Americanism in this day and age.
– DISCUSSION of the housing situation for Veterans. They get a voucher for housing but when it expires in order to get a new voucher, they must first go back to being homeless!!!
– REPORT that Veterans are housed w/ other Veterans if they have legal, emotional, stress issues, rather than the general public where their issues are not recognized.
– PLANS for homeless veteran affordable housing. i.e. a 20-unit apartment complex.
– (contact info; www.helpingheroesusa.org www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – July 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment
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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. 41865 Boardwalk; Ste., 108, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– DISCUSSION of the continuing calls supposedly from Medicare. THESE ARE CRANK CALLS and are actually illegal. The only people you can call you about Medicare are your current insurance company or current insurance agent. MEDICARE OR SOCIAL SECURITY WILL NEVER MAKE AN UNSOLICITED CALL TO YOU.
– SUBJECT FOR “JOEY PALS”
1. Agents are beginning to prepare for 2025. (Begins in June. AHIP Certification that is a special requirement for a licensed insurance agent to have a conversation about Medicare part C or D. and an agent must get this EVERY YEAR.)
2. Change to Medicare Part D, which is your prescription drugs. You can get this one of 2 ways;
a. GOOD NEWS; Putting an “out of pocket” maximum on Part D. $2,000. Max. This will automatically change, established by CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services).
b. Part of Medicare Advantage.
– REPORT that all costs WILL INCREASE for most other folks. Watch the changes in drug costs, deductibles and co-payments.
– REPORT that is BAD NEWS is that there will be shrinking Formularies. (the list of medications that Medicare covers)
– REPORT that Brian will serve his clients in their home, in his office, on the phone. He has all the special classification to do all of this.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 459-9617).
Brian
“Restaurant of the Week” Segment – July 8, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ John Fritch re: “Peaks”, “Pine’s Café” and “The Lookout Lounge” @ the Top of the P.S. Aerial Tram. 1 Tramway Road. Palm Springs, CA.
– REPORT The Tram is the #1 Tourist attraction in the C.V. and the #8 IN THE WORLD place for cliff-side dining by Architectural Digest.
– REPORT that the views are amazing. You can see for 50 miles.
– DISCUSSION on the menu for Peaks, Pine Café, Lookout Lounge.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Peaks; rib eye, lamb, salmon, a real tiramisu, a warm apple tart, glutton-free chocolate cake w/ a caramel center.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Pines Café; more cafeteria style; grab ‘n go, sandwiches, salads, pizza, nachos. Ride ‘n Dine (tram ticket and dinner @ the Pines Café) starts @ 4:30 PM; ribs, burgundy beef, chicken, vegetarian lasagna.
– DISCUSSION of the food @ Lookout Lounge. Best view of the forest and the valley. Summer cocktail menu. Peaks menu is served here as well.
– REPORT on the wonderful drinks i.e. the chocolate expresso martini etc.,
– REPORT that “Peaks” is open 7 days a week from 11 AM – 4 PM for lunch and 5 – 11 PM for dinner.
– REPORT that they can handle 120 folks for corporate, wedding, etc., private events.
– REPORT that they are open 7 days a week. Book on “open table”. Reservations strongly suggested.
– (contact info: www.pstramway.com and (760) 325-4537)
John
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – July 8, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Is sneezing bad OR good for you? (Actually, good for you. Different causes, even sunshine. Sneezing protects your body in a way. Can sneeze @ 100 mph., 100,000 germs go into the air!!)
2. What is Melasma? (Was called “pregnancy mask” Mostly on face. Discoloration that sometimes stays. Can be genetic. There are treatments.)
3. Is there a Vitamin that will extend life? (NIH study of 400,000 over 20 y7ears said NO. 4% actually, had a higher premature death rate on Vitamins. Better to get your Vitamins from diet, not pills)
4. Is there a cure for Sickle Cell Anemia? (Yes, sort of and the treatment is $3 million dollars. Sufferers have strokes before 40 and heart attacks before 20. Actually, doesn’t CURE SCA but treats it. Hoping to lead to a cure.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
cont. Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – July 8, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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Cont. D.O.H.C. w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations @ D.O.H.C.; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– cont. QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
5. What is vertigo? (Focused IN YOU EARS. Different types. There can be vestibular therapy and sometimes surgery. Causes folks to fall when they get up in the middle of the night.)
6. What is the Shigella Outbreak? (It’s a bacteria. Spread through a fecal/oral route. Outbreak is in Santa Clara County in a homeless population. Causes nausea, diarrhea, vomiting. These bacteria are very drug resistant. Keep washing hands. Not too contagious.)
7. Is there a new outbreak of Covid? (Pattern shows increase in Summertime and Christmas time. This bug likes hot steamy places. A new vaccine, the KP2 variant vaccine is coming along w/ a combined shot w/ flu vaccine.)
8. Is there now OTC birth control? (Called the “O” pill or the “mini” pill. Has no estrogen in it. YOU CANNOT MISS A DOSE.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
Joey’s Daily Datebook – July 8 – 12, 2024
Joey English Daily Datebook
Presented by Desert Oasis Healthcare
www.mydohc.com and (760) 320-8814
“Your Life, Your Health, Our Passion”
FRIDAY: July 12, 2024. National Pecan Pie Day.
1. WHO; ACT FOR MS.
WHAT; 14th Annual “Jazz It Up”.
WHEN; SUN., JULY 14; $150.
WHERE: Mission Hills Country Club.
WEB; www.actforms.org.
2. WHO; DIVE-IN MOVIES.
WHAT; “Jaws”.
WHEN; TONIGHT; GATES @ 7:30; MOVIE @ SUNDOWN.
WHERE; P.S. Aquatic Center.
WEB; www.pdpool.com.
3. WHO; CREATIVE ARTS TEMPLE W/ RABBI JERRY CUTLER.
WHAT; CAT FNL (Creative Arts Temple/Friday Night Live) Streaming brief Shabbat Services w/ The Cutlers.
WHEN; FIRST FRIDAY NIGHTS @ 6 PM.
WHERE; Facebook & YouTube & live.
WEB; www.creativeartstemple.org.
THURSDAY: July 11, 2024. National Moijito Day.
1. WHO; THE JOSLYN CENTER’S JACK NEWBY.
WHAT; Beginning Indoor Pickleball Lessons.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE: 73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
WEB; www.joslyncenter.org and (760) 340-3220.
2. WHO; CV REP
WHAT; “Broadway Barbara” (Leah Sprecher)
WHEN; TONIGHT; 6 PM SOCIAL; 7 PM SHOW.
WHERE; 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Cathedral City
WEB; www.cvrep.org.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE Band of Cahuilla Indians
WHAT; “Cheap Trick” iconic rock band.
WHEN; JULY 22.
WHERE; The Show, Rancho Mirage..
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com
WEDNESDAY: July 10, 2024. National Kitten Day.
1. WHO; DAP HEALTH/PRES. DAVID BRINKMAN invites you to;.
WHAT; Meet the CARE Team, that is fully verified..
WHEN; NOW OR ANYTIME.
WHERE; On-line.
WEB; www.daphealth.org.
2. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY.
WHAT: Auditions for next season.
WHEN; JULY 13; 2 – 6 PM.
WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center.
WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS.
WHAT; 39 Special; 4 decades of Southern Rock.
WHEN; FRI., JULY 12.
WHERE; The SHOW @ Rancho Mirage.
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com.
TUESDAY: July 9, 2024. National Sugar Cookie Day.
1. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE EDUCATIONAL DEPT.
WHAT; Field trip series for students and teachers, presented by the City of Palm Desert and the Houston Family Foundation.
WHEN; INFO ON-LINE.
WHERE; 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA. 92262.
WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com.
2. WHO; MICHAEL HOLMES’ PURPLE ROOM AND SUPPER CLUB.
WHAT; Closed for the summer. Keep up to date on next season on-line.
WHEN; UNTIL AUG., 27, 2024
WHERE; 1900 E. Palm Cyn., Dr., P.S. CA. 92264/
WEB; www.purpleroompalmsprings.com.
3. WHO; DESERT THEATRICALS.
WHAT: Stay tuned during the summer remodel.
WHEN; LOCATIONS AND TICKETS.
WHERE; Info on website.
WEB; www.desert-theatricals.com.
MONDAY: July 8, 2024 National Chocolate w/ Almonds Day.
1. WHO; THE PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER
WHAT; “Cry Baby” starring Johnny Depp.
WHEN; July 12; 7:00 PM
WHERE; VIP Lounge Historic Camelot Theatre.
WEB; www.palmspringsculturalcenter.org.
2. WHO; HEATHER JAMES GALLERY.
WHAT; Diego Rivera’s Latin American Art.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE; 45188 Portola Ave., Palm Desert.
WEB; www.heatherjamesgallery.com.
3. WHO; CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY says.
WHAT; Your Palm Springs Happy Hour. Carefully crafted, just for you, served w/ a side of style. Balboa Pool project before and after.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE; On-line.
WEB; www.christopherkennedy.com.
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
