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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

NEURO VITALITY CENTER w/ Dr. Jay Seller re: Program Director and Executive Director. 2800 E. Alejo, Palm Springs, CA. He is a Doctor of Organizational Leadership, i.e. how to run non-profits.
– REPORT that there was a vaccination clinic.
– REPORT that they WILL BE ABLE TO OPEN AGAIN on April 15. There will be Personal Protection Procedures @ that point in time.
– REPORT that everyone will have to be vaccinated. Another vaccination clinic on April 2. Go to www.myturn.ca.gov to schedule.
– REPORT that their services and meetings will go forward in both VIRTUAL and IN PERSON scenarios.
– DISCUSSION of the programs when we get back open. i.e. meal service either delivered or @ the Center.
– NEED for a boxing coach for the returning Parkinson’s Boxing Classes that benefit the patients so very much. Great socialization benefits. The program also has a robotic punching bag.
– REPORT on the benefits from the Boxing Class for the Parkinson’s patients. Usually 3 times a week.
– REPORT on the benefits of some of their exercises for the stroke patients. Usually 5 times a week.
– DISCUSSION that there are ZOOM meetings all day long for clients.
– REPORT that people get to NVC by themselves, bus and taxi services, bus, etc.
– REPORT that lunch service is what is offered.
– STILL one of the only organizations of its kind in the world!!!
www.neurovitalitycenter.org
www.facebook.com/Neurovitalitycenter/
(760) 323-7676)

Jay

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

DESERT CARE NETWORK w/ Dr. Kevin Attenhofer re: Neurology Specialist @ 1150 N. Indian Cyn., #204. Palm Springs, CA.
– DISCUSSION of his coming here in 2018 from New Orleans. Trained @ U.C. San Diego.
– DEFINITION of cerebral vascular disease…i.e. stroke. Not everyone who has a TBI will get a stroke.
– DEFINITION of EEG. Electroencephalogram. More complicated than an EKG. EEG is to determine a seizure or epileptic seizure. Epilepsy affects all ages and there are treatments for patients of all ages.
– DISCUSSION of chronic migraine issues. Mostly women. Don’t know why that is.
– REPORT on how to diagnosis migraine. Difficult because there is no test, no picture, etc., Clinical diagnosis. Menopause can cause or cure migraines.
– DISCUSSION of men w/ migraines. Treatments for men and women w/ migraines are the same. Pills to stop an occurring migraine and pills to prevent migraines. Start w/ “over-the-counter” preparations.
– DISCUSSION of the 3 stages of Alzheimer and how he treats same. Medicines for Dementia are not great @ this point in time. Drugs just make the “trip” a bit smoother.
– DISCUSSION of why he picked his specialty.
www.desertcarenetwork.com
(760) 418-4545)

Dr. Attenhofer

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

BONES ‘N SCONES w/ Kathy Hart 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 bakery good. i.e. blueberry apple cookes; tropical designer cakes for $16. They are ready to “finish”. No preservatives in the cakes. Can print a photo to transfer to the cake. Deborah the baker developes the recipes. She is a professional pastry chef FOR HUMANS who is now cooking for the animals. GREAT names of the cookies for dogs.
– REPORT on the questions from “Joey Pals”.
1. What can be done about a lost pet? (Go to every shelter, every radio and tv station to get the word out. Announce if the lost animal is chipped. Put up fliers, talk to neighbors. Go to www.petfinders.com and there are more suggestions for searching for a lost pet.)
– REPORT that indoor cats are not @ risk of being lost.
– REPORT that Dogs DO WHAT THEY ARE ASKED and CATS TAKE A MESSAGE!!!!
2. What about the Orange Country German Shepherd rescue facility. (All volunteer organization w/ a presence here in the Desert. Primarily German Shepherds.)
– REPORT that homeless owners care for their animals better than they care for themselves.
– REPORT that their food is less expensive than
store bought” and better for animals.
– REPORT that they deliver and do curb side pick-up.
– 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.
– 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
– DISCUSSION of how she picks the brands of food she offers. Her prices are very competitive and very fair for her higher end products.
www.bonesnscones.com
(760) 864-1133)

Kathy

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dick Shalhoub re: McDonald’s.
– REPORT on the new Crispy Chicken Sandwich. Different crunchy batter, on a toasted potato bun, butter, and pickles.
– REPORT that the coming Shamrock Shake McFlurry will also have Oreos cookie bites in it.
– REPORT on Dick’s 31 stores. McDonald’s has NOT EVER CLOSED during the Pandemic.
– DISCUSSION of his thoughts on the coming opening up of the inside of his restaurants. Hopefully by Easter.
– DISCUSSION of his restaurants’ service and financial aspects during the Pandemic. Success, ingenuity, and morale of his crews is great.
– DISCUSSION of the overall recovery of the restaurant industry. How kitchen sizes, patios or not, etc., play into this.
– REPORT that the whole chicken menu will be developing in the future. Some items and surprises are coming. Push towards breakfast items.
– DISCUSSION of the “McPlant” menu that is being developed.
www.mcdonalds.com
(760) 674-3335)

Dick

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Healthcare Segment “The Medicine Cabinet”

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

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 our 52nd week of the Pandemic.
– DISCUSSION of the states that do NOT have mandatory mask wearing orders.
– QUESTIONS FRONM “JOEY PALS”.
1. Is the J. ‘n J. Vaccine a game changer? (Yes, because of single shot, different refrigeration). TAKE THE VACCINE THAT IS IN FRONT OF YOU. NO ONE has DIED from the Vaccines.
– REPORT In the U.S. over 27 million persons have had both doses.
– DEFINITION of “micro” herd immunity in a community.
2. Why are kids exhibiting more self-inflicted harm during the Pandemic? (Safer to have kids in school than @ home. Low transmission of the virus in the lower grades. Children will eventually be on the vaccine list.)
3. Are younger folks getting more of a reaction to the second shot? (Three things you want to get after your 2nd shot. 1. A sore arm. 2. A little fatigue. 3. A little bit of a temp. Unless you are a bit older).
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 3 – cont. Desert Oasis Healthcare Segment “The Medicine Cabinet”

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

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.
– ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE NEW WEBSITE ( in partnership w/ Blue Cross) to schedule a vaccine….www.myturn.ca.gov. Even D.O.H.C. clients MUST register @ this website. If you have trouble navigating this website call D.O.H.C. for help.
– REPORT on the new mobile van.
– REPORT on whether or not you are a member of D.O.H.C. if you test positive to the Virus you can get FREE treatment from D.O.H.C. to keep you out of the hospital.
– CONT. of QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS”.
1. Is one vaccine better than another (J. ‘n J. did all their studies AFTER the virus had grown so in Brazil and so therefore their testing is ahead of the curve. NOT ONE PERSON has died since getting the vaccine.)
– REPORT that D.O.H.C. has ordered ALL the vaccines.
2. What would happen to you if you got a shot of an expired vaccine? (The Vaccines are rather brittle. D.O.H.C. has not wasted ONE dose.)
3. Is there a vaccine down the pipe that is better than all of the existing ones? (Probably, but there are already vaccines for the variants out there.)
– REPORT that D.O.H.C. has a vaccination facility in Indio and is reaching out to the community there.
– REPORT that the U.K., Australia and the U.S. have adjusted their testing protocols requiring fewer folks to test before vaccine approval is reached.
– DISCUSSION that this will probably be an annual booster situation.
– REPORT that Barry Dayton keeps the www.mydohc.com website updated.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 1 – Palm Springs Business 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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

R.C.P.M. w/ Ken Shearn re: Founder. 120 w. Arenas Rd., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DEFINITION of The R.C.P.M. Group (Rare Coin Precious Metals). Has been in business since 1984 and is considered an “essential business.” NOT A PAWN SHOP.
– REPORT on how his business works. He BUYS items from customers. Offers FREE, FAIR evaluations.
– REPORT on his lecture/investment/expert circuit.
– REPORT that he deals in 3rd party certified rare coins, rare currency notes, etc.,
– He buys silver and gold. These markets are being artificially “depressed”. Good time to buy.
– REPORT on the ONLY KNOWN and LEGAL $100,000. bill that can be owned as an investment. The other 2 are in banks and/or collections. He has been offered 1.2 million for it. Photo of Pres. Wilson on it. It’s in “mint condition”. You can view it in his store and even take a photo w/ it.
www.rcpm1.com
(760) 322-2277)

Ken

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

COACHELLA VALLEY THEATERS w/ Tracey Essex re: CVRep Executive Director.
– REPORT on CVRep.
www.cvrep.org
-REPORT on Desert Rose.
www.desertroseplayhouse.org
– REPORT on Desert Theatreworks.
www.dtworks.org
– REPORT on Dezart Performs.
www.dezartperforms.com
– REPORT on NorthStar Theatre
www.northstartheatre.org
– REPORT on Palm Canyon Theatre
www.palmcanyontheatre.com
– REPORT that Broadway will begin a limited reopening w/ performances on April 2nd. Probably @ one-third capacity or 100 people, whichever is lower. Cast will get COVID-19 testing every other day and a positive test will shut down the entire cast. Touring companies will hopefully begin again AFTER Labor Day.
– REPORT on the shows and theaters that sadly have closed permanently.
– REPORT that Voting for the Tony Awards will take place NOW until March 15th.
– REPORT on some restrictions for shows and nightlife being lifted somewhat in Las Vegas. As of March 15, 50% capacity will be allowed.
– REPORT that only Branson, Missouri has all theatres open and is experiencing brisk ticket sales.
email: tessex@nullcvep.org
(760) 861-1006)

Tracey

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; DAP Health Triage Clinic (760) 992-0407. Be well and all the best. Blessings, Joey.

PALM SPRINGS AIR MUSEUM w/ Ann Greer re: 745 N. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT that the Air Museum is open every day FROM 10 AM to 5 PM for outdoor recreation with hanger doors are open. Nothing can be touched. Bathroom doors are propped open.
– REPORT that blood needs are great. Lifestream Blood Drives on March 12, 14, & 27 and April 8.
Donors get free admission. Make an appointment on-line @ www.lstream.org. All testing protocols are in place.
– PROGRAMS; Available on the Air Museum’s UTube Channel as well.
1. Today “The U2 Incident” @ 1 PM.
2. On 3/13 “Canadian Tribute Day.
3. On 3/20 “Fireball in the Night” w/ Dr. Ed Gordon.
4. On 3/27 Battles during the early stages of the VietNam War. 3/27 is National VietNam War Veterans Day.
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 starting some ZOOM fundraising classes. i.e. flower arranging, painting classes, etc. Sign up on-line.
www.actforms.org
(760) 773-9806)

VIRGINIA WARING INTERNATIONAL PIANO COMPETITION. re: 73-710 Fred Waring Dr., #201, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that the Waring is doing virtual Webinars. 3/8 – “Monday @ the Waring” w/ concert pianist Jon Nakamatsu @ 7 PM.
– REPORT that you can sign up and buy $10. tickets @ www.vwipc.org/news-events. Each ticket is for one device.
– REPORT that these on-line virtual Zoom programs will be held each month. 2nd Monday of Mar., and April.
– SIGN up for newsletters on the website.
www.vwipc.org
(760) 773-2575)

Ann