11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 1 – Neuro Vitality Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

NEURO VITALITY CENTER w/ Dr. Jay Seller re: Executive Director @ 2800 E. Alejo Road, Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION on Bev Greer’s schedule and participation now.
– REPORT that there has been a real influx of “new” clients to come to them virtually. Referrals come from doctors etc.
– REPORT that IEHP sends over the referrals and then:
1. They do an assessment w/ a social worker. One and a half hour long.
2. You see a nurse, virtually.
3. Assessment w/ a physical therapist. Look for “transfer” issues. Some meet 3 times a week over ZOOM w/ their therapist.
4. Schedule w/ activities director. i.e. Zumba classes, rubber band exercises.
5. Evaluation of folks who live alone. Make certain these folks have socialization, even via ZOOM.
6. Evaluation w/ a speech therapist.
– REPORT that if you aren’t good on a computer, they will GIVE you a tablet and teach you how to use it. Can also do phone conversations.
– REPORT that in many instances, not driving is a plus. Meals are delivered as often as needed. Kitchen is “in-house” @ NVC
– REPORT that NVC can handle more clients than they have right now.
– DISCUSSION that there are two financial options. CBAS (Community Based Adult Services) under Medical or Private pay.
– DISCUSSION the caregivers are usually participating in the Zoom/virtual classes along w/ the client.
– DISCUSSION of the concern over “isolation” going into the Holidays. Depression more prevalent. NEED TO FEEL CONNECTED.
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
(760) 323-7676)

Jay

h3>11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 2 – Desert Care Network Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER w/ Gael Whetstone, R.N.; re: 1180 N. Indian Cyn., Palm Springs, CA.
– REPORT that the only Trauma Unit in the area is @ Desert Regional Medical Center.
– REPORT that the three leading causes of trauma are; 1. Falls, 2. Pedestrian safety, 3. Car crashes (and motorcyles).
– DISCUSSION of the FREE safety brochure available from them. (760) 323-6140 direct line to Gael to get a FREE brochure.
– DISCUSSION about the concerns during Thanksgiving Season. Increase in car crashes coming into the Trauma Center @ D.R.M.C. Also, pedestrian issues, as we are 4 times the national average for pedestrian deaths here in Palm Springs. More apt to have complications from a fall as one ages. 95% of folks who suffer a fall are admitted to Hospital. Falls are the leading cause of death in CA. for folks who are over 75.
– REPORT that pedestrians wear too much dark clothing, streets are dark in many places. New traffic lights and crosswalks are helping.
– REPORT that car accident victims are STILL NOT wearing a seat belt.
– REPORT in 2018, 30 % of car fatalities were alcohol related and 42% were drug related in California.
– FREE WEBINAR; 12.9 @ 12:30 PM. “Are You At Risk for a Serious Fall?” Sign up @ www.desertcarenetwork.com/trauma or (844) 372-8662.
www.desertcarenetwork.com
(800) 491-4490)

Gael

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 3 – Animal Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

BONES ‘N SCONES w/ Adina Sibole Operations Manager; re: 1.) 633 S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Ste., #26, Palm Springs, CA. 92264. 2.) Market Place, 1717 E. Vista Chino, Ste., B-3, Palm Springs, CA. 92262. 3.) 73910 CA-111, Palm Desert, CA.
– REPORT on the sardine mini-cupcakes for cats. No preservatives in either the dog or cat baked goods.
– REPORT that store #1 is open Mon-Sat., 11 AM to 4 PM and #2, 11 AM to 4 PM and #3, Palm Desert 11 AM to 4 PM.
– REPORT that their Facebook page has Thanksgiving packages available for your pets. Don’t feed your pets from the Thanksgiving table.
– Open to public for hands free delivery to your car, or pick up inside w/ all COVID-19 protocols (w/ bright neon green paw prints to mark the social distancing) w/ your doggies w/ FREE bag of jerky FOR YOUR DOG!!! Lol
– REPORT that they will make a customized meal plan for your pet. Includes weighing, different diet, etc. Have frozen and “gently cooked” food packages for pets.
– REPORT on the in-house bakery @ Palm Springs store on S. Palm Canyon, for the animals….i.e. birthday cakes, treats, etc., Has a cake book from which to order.
– REPORT that Bones ‘n Scones is in their 21st year.
www.bonesnscones.com
(760) 832-9010)

Adina

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: His four restaurants i.e. “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155. S. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA. and 72775 Dinah Shore Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert, CA. 92211 and “The Slice” 72775 Dinah Shore Dr., #107, Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– REPORT that the parking lot @ “Maracas” and “Slice” in Rancho Mirage has been tented to serve folks outside w/ heaters. All protocols are in place as well.
– REPORT that there will be heaters @ “Maracas” in Palm Springs and possible tenting as well.
– REPORT that P.S. “Maracas” has expanded onto the sidewalk w/ all protocols in place.
– REPORT hours of operation in Palm Springs; Mon., – Thurs., 4 PM – 9 PM, Fri., and Sat., 11 AM – 10 PM; Sun., 11 AM – 9 PM.
– REPORT on the menu in both Palm Springs and Rancho Mirage “Maracas” has vegetarian options that blend very well w/ Mexican spices.
– REPORT that R.M. “Maracas” is open 11 AM – 9 PM every day; some live music in the tent @ the “Slice” end.
– REPORT on “Great Plates” in R.M. providing breakfast, lunch and dinner to anyone in need or at risk. Elderly, post-surgery folks.
– DISCUSSION of how well Palm Springs is doing w/ the COVID-19 precautions and protocols in place in Riverside County, vs. other areas in Riverside County that are not complying.
– REPORT on “J.T.’s Diner” in Palm Desert is still serving outside and may tent soon.
– DISCUSSION of how he has cared for his employees during the COVID-19 Pandemic and the impact of all of this on his and small businesses everywhere.
www.maracas-restaurant.com
(760) 322-9654)

Todd

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Healthcare Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

DESERT OASIS HEALTHCARE w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
Leads the COVID-10 Taskforce.
– REPORT that we are starting the 34th week of COVID-19 “Sheltering in Place.”
– DISCUSSION of a “Joey Pal” question…will the vaccine HURT? The side-effects are more pronounced than w/ other vaccines. 2nd shot especially.
– DISCUSSION of the U.K. “rule of 6”, if police see you w/ 6 or more people the police can break up the group and fine you. Study showed that these small groups had no effect on the virus.
– REPORT that 40% of Spanish population and 30% of Italians have been infected.
– REPORT 100,000 new cases a day and the virus has mutated, slower than HIV which mutates very quickly.
– DISCUSSION of the inoculum factor, or how much of the virus does it take to make you sick. MASK WEARING decreases the amount of virus you can get.
– REPORT on how health care workers are more exposed due to added exposure over a longer period of time.
– REPORT that how the virus travels OUTSIDE. Distance, then hand washing, then masks protect you best. A lot of spread is asymptomatic.
– REPORT that we are at 11.2 cases per 100,100 in Riverside County.
– DISCUSSION of a “Joey Pal” question…is it a live virus. No.
– GOOD NEWS that we are getting closer to a vaccine. All trials are back on line. i.e. Moderna study is over; Oxford and Pfiser, etc. Vaccine should be out for health care workers by the end of the year. FDA just met to study design for vaccines. Has to be 50 % effective. Need 2 months of study after the trail ends.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 3 – cont. Desert Oasis Healthcare Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

DESERT OASIS HEALTHCARE w/ Dr. Brian Hodgkins re: Executive V.P. of Clinical Operations; 275 El Cielo Rd., Palm Springs, 92262. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
Leads the COVID-10 Taskforce.
– DISCUSSION on the progress of a vaccine. Hundreds of millions of doses are ready to go. Most of the vaccines are 2 shot.
– DISCUSSION that they will use the same method as the drive-thru Flu Clinics for the COVID-19.
– DISCUSSION of the 12,000 flu shots D.O.H.C. has given. Test for flu A and B and COVID thru the drive-thru Flu Clinics @ the same time. Using the RAPID-ID.
– DISCUSSION that flu season stops the end of March.
– REPORT that the Country has really increased their testing for COVID-19 to get us back to the red zone.
– REPORT that the middle of the U.S. has high case rates.
– www.countyofriverside.com and see where testing is available.
– REPORT that there is an app for your phone to tell you when you are near someone w/ COVID-19.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 1 – City of Palm Springs Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS w/ David Ready re: City Manager.
– DISCUSSION of his amazing 20-year period of being City Manager. He’ll still be in Palm Springs and is taking a sabbatical. He’s been City Manager thru 5 different mayors and administrations.
– REPORT on innovations he’s seen during his tenure; The Convention Center, new hotels, new downtown, the Agua Caliente advancements, the neighborhood organizations, development of uptown etc.
– REPORT on the success of our diversity and our quality of life.
– DISCUSSION that he would like to see the traffic signals improve.
– REPORT that we are a competitive tourist destination and therefore are able to do more for our residents. How COVID-19 has changed our community and how we will emerge “on the other side” of COVID-19.
– REPORT that his departure date will be the end of the year and the City Council is seeking a new City Manager.
– DISCUSSION of how the focus of the City Government is determined. i.e. City added an additional paramedic unit.
– REPORT that 20 years ago the City Budget was 50 million dollars and today it is 250 million dollars.
– DISCUSSION of the “General Plan” and how it controls how we develop and grow w/ a great deal of community input. Also helps drive our economy.
– REPORT that he was City Manager in Flint, Michigan for 8 years before coming to Palm Springs.
www.palmspringsca.gov
(760) 323-8299)

David

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 2 – Theater Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

PALM CANYON THEATRE w/ Steven Smith re: 538 N. Palm Cyn., Dr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT on Veterans Day coming Wed., Nov., 11th and his family’s service. His schooling in West Virginia.
– REPORT on Palm Canyon Theatre marquee that says “It’s Only Intermission”.
– The “cease and desist” order that came down for all the Theaters from Riverside County.
– REPORT on the New York Theater Scene has nothing new.
– REPORT on the Hollywood Pantages and the fact that the set of “Hamilton” is still up on the stage. Had 80 million dollars in advanced sales.
– REPORT on CVRep. Doing 11/12 Virtual Annual Benefit “Magic In the Making”.
– REPORT on the instinct of all performers and the need to perform being stifled.
– REPORT on Desert Rose Playhouse and Robbie Wayne’s progress in the theater’s move to Zelda’s.
– REPORT on Michael Holmes’ Purple Room still being closed.
– DISCUSSION on the Indian Wells Theater, Temecula Theater, etc.
– DISCUSSION of how actors will or will not survive during the Pandemic.
www.palmcanyontheatre.org
(760) 323-5123)

Steven

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 3 – P.S. Air Museum/Act For MS/Waring International Piano Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM w/ Ann Greer re:745 N. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT that the Museum is almost 25 years old. Opened on Veteran’s Day. Is open now w/ great air flow. Everyone must wear masks. There are temperature checks. Children under 12 get in FREE w/ a paying adult.
– REPORT that the F117 Stealth Fighter “Nighthawk” has arrived and is being restored. Book an F117 “experience” for the video viewings and there will be a different guest speaker each “experience”. You will get a t-shirt for each “experience”. Nov., 27 is the next one, then Nov., 28 for $45. Will eventually be housed in the Jim Houston Pavillion.
– Warbird Rides available in the Steerman. $195. Book online.
– 11/7 Blood Drive today.
– REPORT that Pearl Harbor Day celebration will be Nov., 6; Veteran’s Day celebration will be on Sat., Nov., 7.
– REPORT that Coachella Valley Drive-In is screening drive-in movies. Book @ www.coachellavalleydrivein.com. $12. for adults. Sponsored by the Shalhoub Family.
www.psairmuseum.org
(760) 778-6262)

ACT FOR MS re: 73-710 Fred Waring Dr., Ste., # 118, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that ACT FOR MS is 20 years old. Founded by Ann’s Mother, Gloria Greer.
– IMPACT on clients due to the Pandemic.
– REPORT that on Dec.,12, ACT for MS will have a fundraiser on CBS Channel #2 @ 7 PM w/ Tom Dreesen, Deanna Martin and the “Doc” Poster orchestra on KESQ. Produced by Richard DeSantis, directed by Bill Finley and emceed by Karen Devine. VOG will be Miss Joey English. Celebrating the “Experience the Legacy of The Chi Chi Club”.
– REPORT on how to support/sponsor this event @ different levels of $500. to $10,000.
– REPORT that the monies go to support services for all the clients, which cost over $5,000. per person.
www.actforms.org
(760) 773-9806)

VIRGINIA WARING INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION. re: 73-710 Fred Waring Dr., #201, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that there will be virtual programming starting in Jan.,
– Gala will be April 3, 2021 outside @ the Westin Mission Hills.
– REPORT on “Waring Wednesdays” every other Wednesday on their UTube Channel that has 150 videos.
– SIGN up for newsletters on the website.
www.vwipc.org
(760) 776-0168)

Ann

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 1 – “Go Green” Segment

Hello, hello Joey Pals;
Just to remind you, that even though I am doing my best to provide you up-to-date information, please check websites and phone numbers for the latest. Coronavirus Hotlines and Websites: Desert Oasis Healthcare www.mydohc.com (760) 969-6555; Eisenhower Health (760) 837-8988; Desert AIDS Project Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

Click HERE for information about COVID-19 from Desert Oasis Healthcare and the Centers for Disease Control.

DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Ashley Metzger re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92264.
– REPORT that today is National Book Lovers Day. Opening their FREE library @ DWA. Kiosk is outside.
Grab a “water-themed” book. You can win a FREE Kindle by following them on Social Media. Contest ends Nov., 22.
– WEBINAR this month on Nov., 18 is on pipeline replacement. Pipes are 30” diameter being replaced on Caballeros for example. Not plastic or PVC does well in the Desert, but Copper does better www.dwa.or/virtual.
– DISCUSSION on how areas of pipe that need replacing are determined.
– DEC., 8, sign up for the $5. Webinar and receive a Glass ornament, a succulent and a craft.
– DISCUSSION of no fats, (milk) oils or greases down the drain over Thanksgiving Dinner or the Holidays. Not even if you run hot water w/ the garbage disposal either.
– DISCUSSION of how to report water waste @ www.dwa.org/waterwaste or by phone @ X 184. Take a picture if you can or report the time of day you spot the water waste.
www.dwa.org
(760) 323-4971 X 184)

Ashley