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Animal Segment – August 11, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Animal Segment

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ANIMAL SAMARITANS w/ Valerie Kattz and Jarred Ellis. Director of Development and Philanthropy.
– DISCUSSION of Rick’s shelter doggie he got from Animal Samaritans.
– REPORT on “Dogust” being the official birthday month of ALL shelter dogs.
– HOLD THE DATE: 8.26 – “Dogust” goal is to raise $10,000. To help the animals in their “no-kills” shelter.
1. DOGUST 19th @ 3 PM. –
DRAG BINGO BIRTHDAY BASH @ the Barracks in Cathedral City. Funds and supplies please.
2. DOGUST 26TH from 11 AM to 2 PM – 3RD ANNUAL DOGUST BIRTHDAY BASH @ the Rowan in Palm Springs. $20. To get in includes a full lunch and unlimited wine. Prizes.
3. DONATE toward the $10,000. @ any of their facilities or on-line. You’ll get a badge when you donate.
– REPORT that the shelters are FULL. ADOPT on Ramon Road in Thousand Palms where there is a 2 for 1 adoption for the kittens.
– REPORT that the “no kill” shelter is now open 7 days a week. 10 AM to Noon and 1 – 4 PM.
– REPORT on the dog that was trained to save its owner w/ POTS. Details of a dog sensing the anxiety when an attach in about to happen.
– REPORT that the 1,000 Palms venue has a Pet Ophthalmologist in Dr. Pamela Ko.
– (contact info: www.animalsamaritans.org and (760) 343-3477)

Valerie and Jarred

cont. of the Animal Segment – August 11, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. of the Animal Segment

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cont. ANIMAL SAMARITANS w/ Valerie Kattz and Jarred Ellis. Director of Development and Philanthropy.
– HOLD THE DATE; DOGUST 19 go to the “Living Free Desert Outpost” @ the Shops in Palm Desert lower- level adoption event for cats and dogs from 11 AM – 3 PM.
– REPORT on the rule of 3, 3, 3, when you adopt a pet.
1. It takes 3 days for the new pet to adjust to its surroundings.
2. It takes 3 weeks for the new pet to de-compress and feel adjusted.
3. It takes 3 months for the new pet to be fully adapted to its new home.
– DISCUSSION of the dogs biting the Secret Service folks in the White House.
– HOLD THE DATE: Dec., 3; 11 AM @ the P.S. Air Museum “Men of the Desert”. Sponsorships and underwriting needed. Tickets will go on sale soon. Fashions are from Saks Fifth Avenue again.
– DISCUSSION of Pet Safety Reminders in the heat;
1. Paws off pavement.
2. Don’t leave a pet in the car. ILLEGAL in CA.
3. Keep extra water outside, shaded spot.
4. Limit outdoor activity.
5. Observe pool safety.
– DISCUSSION of wildlife pet safety;
1. Never let pets roam off leash re; coyotes.
2. Get a coyote vest.
3. Beware of rattlesnakes.
– (contact info: www.animalsamaritans.org and (760) 343-3477)

Valerie and Jarred

Talk of Stars Segment – August 10, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 1 – Talk of Stars Segment

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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS”.
– w/ Bobbie Eakes re: Acclaimed actress and singer.
– DISCUSSION of her childhood, family, education, travels and background in a Military Family.
(contact info: Follow on Instagram @ bobbie.eakes)

the 5 Eakes girls

cont. Talk of Stars Segment – August 10, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont. Talk of Stars Segment

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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS”.
– w/ Bobbie Eakes re: Acclaimed actress and singer.
– DISCUSSION of her career, recordings, Soap Opera Roles, marriage.
(contact info: Follow on Instagram @ bobbie.eakes)

David Steen and Bobbie

cont. Talk of Stars Segment – August 10, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont. Talk of Stars Segment

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JOEY ENGLISH “TALK OF STARS”.
– w/ Bobbie Eakes re: Acclaimed actress and singer.
– DISCUSSION of her awards, hair product line, current appearances, plans for the future.
(contact info: Follow on Instagram @ bobbie.eakes)

Bobbie

“Senior Moment” Segment – August 9, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 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: 2800 E. Alejo Rd., Palm Springs.
– REPORT of their mission statement and that Neuro Vitality Center is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC 5 days a week; 8 AM to 2 PM.
– REPORT the state has just ruled that the CBAS Program (thru the Dept. of Aging and their standard of care) and the Desert Memory Center can now be combined for clients.
– REPORT on the Memory Care Facility.
1. Free 3 days a week
2. Two programs; CBAS and Memory Club.
3. A really safe environment.
4. Transportation via Sunline.
5. 8 AM to 2 PM w/ 2 meals, activities, exercise, etc.
– HOLD THE DATE; Sept., 6 Open Mic resumes.
– DISCUSSION of the level of care you may need from CBAS and go to the transition to the DMC. This is usually easier for the family also. More support this way.
– REPORT on the specifics of this transition. More on-on-one this way. In the DMC is 1 to 6 clients.
– DISCUSSION of how clients may/may not make this transition.
– REPORT of how this new program helped folks who were “aging out” of CBAS.
– REPORT that once you are in the DMC you can stay as long as needed.
– (contact info; www.neurovitalitycenter.org and (760) 323-7676).

Allan

cont.“Senior Moment” Segment – August 9, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – cont.“Senior Moment” Segment

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DEMENTIA HELP CENTER w/ Mary Lou Green an Independent Family Care Consultant. re: 75-270 Hwy., 111, Ste., 204, Indian Wells 92210.
– MISSION STATEMENT that Dementia Help Center is the rescue plan for family caregivers. Fear cripples, but knowledge empowers.
– QUESTIONS FROM “JOEY PALS” FOR NEXT TIME.
1. What is DONANEMAB? (For early stages of Dementia/Alzheimer. Attacks the protein in a bad brain situation.)
2. Will taking Olive Oil daily help prevent Dementia? (Not really, but a Mediterranean diet that includes Olive Oil will. The best thing to do each day IS TO WALK).
3. Is there an “at home” Dementia Test? (Yes.)
4. If you don’t have a bowel movement for 4 days it that a sign of Dementia? (No a problem w/ your digestive system.)
– REPORT on their bi-monthly “THRIVE” support group for ALL LEVELS. Open to clients, family, care-givers. 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 9, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 3 – cont.“Senior Moment” Segment

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CROSSROADS TO CARE (housecalls are back) w/ Patty Ryan re; An adult nurse-practitioner who only does house calls.
– REPORT on how convenient her services are for many folks for many reasons.
– REPORT on her concierge services for folks 18 and over.
1. Check-ups.
2. Overall health.
3. Yearly visits.
4. She will do the blood draw and deliver it to the labs.
– REPORT that you can become a patient w/ a yearly fee or she can bill Medicare and her visits are charged to insurance.
– REPORT that she can write prescriptions. Even for bio-identical hormones as well.
– REPORT that most of her patients are seniors.
– (contact info: www.crossroadstocare.org and (760) 668-1654).

Patty

American Legion Segment – August 8, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 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; Judge Advocate Dept., of CA. of the American Legion; Area 5 District 1 First Vice for membership; Life member of American Legion Post 519 @ 400 N. Belardo, Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT on how important membership numbers are in order to get funding for Veteran’s programs.
– REPORT to HOLD THE DATE; Aug., 19 Rally for Vets “Be the One”. The rally starts in LA and will go all the way to D.C. Palm Springs will be the first official stop after L.A. Post 519 @ 5. PM.
– INTRODUCTION of the guest he brought Mitch King.
– CONVERSATION w/ Mitch King.
– REPORT on Mitch’s passion for the Canine Veterans and the development of the frozen dog treat, “Fido Gelato”, made right here in Palm Springs. It’s healthy, natural, “made for dogs, safe for humans”.
– REPORT on the peanut and banana flavors for the doggies.
– REPORT that a portion of the purchase price is donated to The Veterans Initiative for Canine Companions as well as to Animal Samaritans.
– REPORT that Canine Companions trains dogs to help prevent the over 22 Veterans a Day that die of suicide. The dogs are trained to sense anxiety, to soothe nightmares.
– DISCUSSION on how the dogs are placed. Info at www.cci.org or call 1 800 572-BARK.
– REPORT that local businesses can have “Fido Gelato” to sell @ their restaurant.
– DISCUSSION that he plans to make “Gato Gelato” for cats.
– (contact info; www.mylegion.org or www.rallyforvets.com and (760) 325-6229)

Amado and Mitch

 

Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – August 8, 2023

5:00 – 6:00 AM and 3:00 – 4:00 PM

Seg 2 – Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment

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BILHARTZ DESERT INSURANCE w/ Brian Bilhartz. 41865 Boardwalk; Ste., 108, Palm Dessert. 92211.
– QUESTION from “Joey Pals”
1. What does Brian think/know about insurance issues and homelessness? (To get access to health care you MUST have a permanent physical address. There are Medicare services available to some homeless folks. Can’t use the address of the rescue mission.)
– REPORT that Brian has been doing this for 17 years.
– REPORT on how Police Chief Andrew Mills is “on top” of the homeless issue here in Palm Springs.
– REPORT that his agency focuses on Medicare. Not many agents do this specialty. He will have on-line and in-person classes to attend to keep up w/ the changes. He has 42 agents that work under him.
– REPORT that Medicare is NOT just for older persons.
– DISCUSSION of his association w/ the clients from D.O.H.C. He is the LOCAL agent and phone number!!!!
– REPORT that there is no cost to help his clients make a sound decision about their Medicare needs and the clients DON’T PAY HIM.
– DISCUSSION of the commercial about insurance on TV called “lead aggregators” and how undependable they really are.
– REPORT that he can’t speak to the changes until Oct. If you didn’t make changes YOU CANNOT for the rest of the year. Now we are in a “lock in” period thru the end of year.
– REPORT that this is so complicated one should work w/ Brian to get through it. WATCH out for “tricks”…..speak w/ Brian to be certain.
– 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

Rest in Peace

R.I.P. Bob Beckwith 09.21.1933 – 02.2024

R.I.P. Carl Weathers 1.14.48 – 2.1.24

R.I.P. Chita Rivera 1.23.33-1.30.24

R.I.P. Joyce Randolph 10.21.1924 – 1.13.2024

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