JoeyWP
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – August 14, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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DEMENTIA HELP CENTER w/ Mary Lou Green, 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 stages of dementia?
– Mild or Early Stage. And what helps.
– Moderate or Middle State. And what helps.
– Severe or Late Stage. And what helps.
– REPORT on the 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.
– 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.
– (contact info: www.dementiahelpcenter.com and (760) 636-6355).
Mary Lou
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – August 14, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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JOSLYN CENTER w/ Dr. Jay Seller CNE, CDE, CNC, Executive Director re: 73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that the Joslyn Center has so many activities to fight isolation for folks.
– 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 80 classes and clubs every week. Check the calendar on their website.
– ANNOUNCEMENT that there is a Deaf and Hard-of-Hearing Club. They play cards etc., GREAT.
– REPORT that the Joslyn Center serves between 150 and 200 people a day for people age 50 and up.
– 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.
– DISCUSSION of where the inspiration comes from for the clients…..i.e. high school students to help w/ phones etc.
– 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 – August 13, 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. New position for the Dept. of CA. Area 5 National Security Commissioner for the Amerian Legion.
– REPORT that he just came back from the Dept., of CA. Quarterly Meetings for the Executive Meeting.
– DISCUSSION of the Olympic Games and the infusion of pride in America w/out a political perspective. The Unity.
– DISCUSSION of his new position for the Dept., of CA., Area 5 National Security Commissioner for the American Legion and his duties. He monitors the conditions of Military families on military bases and how to improve those conditions for Veterans.
– REPORT on how important Blood Drives are for our Veterans..
– DISCUSSION of the story of a veteran names Robert. i.e. did 2 tours in Viet Nam, totally disabled Vet., couldn’t get into the hospital. Joey got a call because Robert is a “Joey Pal” and contacted Amado who took it from there. Amado reached out as National Legislative Council and made some strategic “late at night” calls and finally Robert is @ Scripps and has had the necessary surgery. COMMUNITY for our Veterans.
– REPORT on emailing joeychocolate@nullaol.com w/ questions for Amado.
– QUESTIONS FROM A “JOEY PAL”
1. What were the Buffalo Soldiers and what did they do.
– REPORT on the daily activities @ Post 519. Members meeting on tonight Aug., 13 @ 5 PM to discuss community events for 9.11.
– REPORT on how you AND YOUR FAMILY CAN become a member of Post 519.
– REPORT that Café Charlie will take over the food duties.
– (contact info; www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment – August 13, 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. New position for the Dept. of CA. Area 5 National Security Commissioner for the Amerian Legion.
– 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 meaning of military service and the oath one takes.
– DISCUSSION of the patriotism shown @ the Olympics FOR ALL NATIONS. Pride in one’s country.
– REPORT on the “HEROISM OF STEVE GARVEY” candidate for U.S. Senator from CA.
– DISCUSSION of how to vote and the importance of same.
– 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.
– 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 – August 13, 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.
– REPORT on his fabulous talk @ the FREE Travel Club of the Desert. Medicare Advantage plans actually offer more robust foreign travel protection than folks realize. The audience GASPED when Brian announced the subject. Brian was mobbed by the audience for information. REMARKABLE EVENT.
– EVEN MORE REVEALING TO THE ACT TOUR AUDIENCE was that the supplemental plan will cover a $50,000 lifetime maximum for foreign travel emergencies.
– REPORT on Medicare Part D. For drugs. Most Medicare Advantage Plans have this. Medicare is going to put a cap in 2025 on the out-of-pocket maximum of $2000. for Part D. GREAT.
– 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 – August 12, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Todd Flood re: “Maracas Mexican Cantina & Grill” 155 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S. and “J.T.’s Diner” 37011 Cook St., Palm Desert.
– DISCUSSION of the weather this summer vs. last year. This August better than July.
– REPORT on the NEW HAPPY HOUR and NEW SPECIALS @ Maracas.
1. New great inside paint color.
2. Huevos rancheros, chilaquiles and a torta on the menu.
3. Rib-eye tacos.
– DISCUSSION of how the new items come about…the whole family participates.
– REPORT that “Maracas” is open 7 days a week w/ great parking behind the restaurant. 11 AM to 9 PM on weekdays and 10 PM on weekends.
– REPORT on DINER ATMOSPHERE @ J.T.’s
1. Croissant French toast.
– REPORT on “J.T’s” on Cook Street is open 7 days a week for JUST BREAKFAST. 8 AM to 2 PM.
– (contact info: www.maracas-restaurant.com and www.jtsdinerpalmdesert.com (760) 322-9654 and (760) 674-7600.)
Todd
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – August 12, 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”.
– DISCUSSION of the “your health, your life, our passion”.
– REPORT on Brians scary bicycle ride w/ his family.
– QUESTIONS IN THE MEDICINE CABINET from; Dr. Lindsey, Dr. Brian, news, Internet and Joey Pals in the “Medicine Cabinet”.
1. Is eating chocolate bad for you? (Dark chocolate contains heavy metals; cadmium and lead. Comes in through the soil the bushes are growing in.)
2. Is www.ro.com or similar on-line pharmacies a good place to get drugs? (Can be bad. 40% of on-line pharmacies are FAKE. You must be careful and you need to vet them. 1. Has to be in the U.S. 2. Requires an RX. 3. Provides some kind of medical screening.)
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and www.myturn.gov and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
cont. Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – August 12, 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”.
3. Are artificial sweeteners safe? (What are the cardio-vascular risks vs sugar. Study showed that folks w/ the artificial sweetener had higher risks of heart attacks and issues. Monitored through blood platelets.)
– REPORT on Joey’s cataract surgery w/ Alacrity Eye Group. They are partners w/ D.O.H.C.
4. What is Thyroid Eye Disease? (Can cause eye damage. Graves disease is an autoimmune disease. It is fixable w/ surgery, etc.)
DESERT OASIS HEALTH CARE MINUTE;
Subject; Flu Season, Emergency preparation.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).
Dr. Brian
Joey’s Daily Datebook – August 12 – 16, 2024
Joey English Daily Datebook
Presented by Desert Oasis Healthcare
www.mydohc.com and (760) 320-8814
“Your Life, Your Health, Our Passion”
FRIDAY: Aug., 16, 2024. National Rum Day.
1. WHO; TRAUMA INTERVENTION PROGRAMS OF RIVERSIDE COUNTY.
WHAT; Needs everyday citizens to volunteer to support emergency responders and will train them.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE: Info on-line.
WEB; www.TIPRivCo.org.
2. WHO; FANTASY SPRINGS.
WHAT; “Nitty Gritty Dirt Band”.
WHEN; TOMORROW, AUG., 17.
WHERE; Special Events Center.
WEB; www.FantasySpringsResort.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: Aug., 15, 2024. National Check The Chip (in animals) Day.
1. WHO; THE JOSLYN CENTER’S DR. JAY SELLERS wants you to know.
WHAT; They are open Mon. – Fri., 8 AM – 5 PM.
WHEN; CLOSED SAT., AND SUNDAY.
WHERE: 73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA. 92260
WEB; www.joslyncenter.org and (760) 340-3220.
2. WHO; CV REP
WHAT; Has reduced summer box office hours; Wed., and Thurs., 12 Noon – 4 PM only.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE; 68510 E. Palm Cyn., Cathedral City
WEB; www.cvrep.org.
3. WHO; ACRISURE ARENA.
WHAT; Chicago & Earth Wind and Fire.
WHEN; SEPT., 7, ‘24.
WHERE; Info on-line.
WEB; www.acrisurearena.com.
WEDNESDAY: Aug., 14, 2024. National Creansicle Day.
1. WHO; DAP HEALTH/PRES. DAVID BRINKMAN wants you to know;
WHAT; He has announced the date, sponsors, hosts timeline for ’24 Health Equity Walk.
WHEN; OCT., 26; 7:30 AM.
WHERE; Ruth Hardy Park.
WEB; www.daphealth.org.
2. WHO; REVOLUTION STAGE COMPANY.
WHAT: 2024 – 2025 Season Tickets are on sale.
WHEN; NOW THRU AUG., 15.
WHERE; 611 S. Palm Cyn. In the Sun Shopping Center.
WEB; www.revolutionstagecompany.com.
3. WHO; AGUA CALIENTE BAND OF CAHUILLA INDIANS.
WHAT; “Squeeze” & Boy George.
WHEN; FRI., Aug., 23.
WHERE; The SHOW @ Rancho Mirage.
WEB; www.aguacalientecasinos.com.
TUESDAY: Aug., 13, 2024. National Filet Mignon Day.
1. WHO; MC CALLUM THEATRE.
WHAT; Lyle Lovett & his acoustic group.
WHEN; MAR., 2, ’26; 7 PM.
WHERE; 73000 Fred Waring Dr., Palm Desert, CA. 92262.
WEB; www.mccallumtheatre.com.
2. WHO; MICHAEL HOLMES’ PURPLE ROOM AND SUPPER CLUB.
WHAT; Will re-open on Aug., 27. Has announced the new season and tix are available NOW.
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: Aug., 12, 2024 National Middle Child Day.
1. WHO; THE PALM SPRINGS CULTURAL CENTER
WHAT; “Broadway Best In The West” Season 2.
WHEN; TIX ON SALE NOW for DEC., 7 = MAR., 15.
WHERE; On-line.
WEB; www.palmspringsculturalcenter.org.
2. WHO; HEATHER JAMES GALLERY.
WHAT; Offers art for every collector
WHEN; NOW INQUIRE @.
WHERE; 45188 Portola Ave., Palm Desert.
WEB; www.heatherjamesgallery.com.
3. WHO; CHRISTOPHER KENNEDY says.
WHAT; Check out Balboa Lounge before and after shots of his work.
WHEN; NOW.
WHERE; On-line.
WEB; www.christopherkennedy.com.
Solar Energy Segment – August 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Solar Energy Segment
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DO GOOD THINGS ENERGY w/ Corey Ventura
– REPORT on what has happened to Renova Solar. Corey worked w/ them for 8 years.
– REPORT on the negative decisions from the State of CA. 100 Solar Companies have gone out of business.
– DISCUSSION of what will happen to solar customers whose provider has gone out of business. Different for folks who own their solar and those who rent.
– REPORT that Corey is a platform for other independent energy consultants. He has a partnership with electricians, property managers, real estate agents and home builders who refer business to him and they split the margin on the deal. They both “win” and the home owner is taken care of too.
– DISCUSSION that DoGoodNRG is partnered w/ POWUR who is in 33 states and they provide a platform for energy consultants such as Corey to use their financing options w/ 5 different finance companies and dedicated installers in each one of their service areas.
– DISCUSSION that even though solar has gotten cheaper, financing has gotten more expensive.
– REPORT that he gives FREE ESTIMATES. Payments on your solar will be LESS than your electric bill w/ zero down. Cash sales are case by case.
– CHECK out his design gallery on Instagram @dogoodnrg.
– (contact info: www.dogoodnrg.com and (760) 902-0208)
Corey
R.I.P. Robert Redford; 8.18.1936 – 9.16.2025
R.I.P. Dear Harold Matzner. 7.4.1937 – 9.4.2025
