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“Talk of Stars” Segment – September 12, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Talk of Stars” Segment
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TALK OF STARS w/ Jason Stuart, is a prolific character actor and stand-up comic. www.jasonstuart.com.
– IN DEPTH DISCUSSION of his childhood, family, travels and education.
Jason w/ his Mother
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – September 12, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Jason Stuart, is a prolific character actor and stand-up comic www.jasonstuart.com.
– IN DEPTH DISCUSSION of his travels, development of his incredible career in so many types of entertainment, etc. Great stories.
Jason
cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment – September 12, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Talk of Stars” Segment
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Cont. TALK OF STARS w/ Jason Stuart, is a prolific character actor and stand-up comic www.jasonstuart.com.
– IN DEPTH DISCUSSION of his great relationships w/ stars of the day, his activism for the LGBTQ+. His upcoming performances; www.revolutionstagecompany.com .
Photo of Jason.
Jason
flier for Revolution Stage Company
“Senior Moment” Segment – September 11, 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.
– REMINDER that the NVC building, acreage, etc. has been purchased by Eisenhower Health. Transitioning into a new program PACE. Location on Alejo will be closed for about one year while EVERYTHING IS REMODELED.
– PACE is built on the Medicare Program. Getting into it is based on financials but is open to everyone.
– REPORT that All programs have transferred 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 that will have “Clinical Suites” on site.
– LOOK UP Wellbe Health in La Quinta w/ all your questions about the PACE Program.
– DEFINITION of the clinical suites w/ doctors, nurses, pharmacy etc., all in one location.
– 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.
– 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 that their programs are for anyone 18 and older, but the majority of their clients are 55 plus.
– (contact info; www.neurovitalitycenter.org and (760) 323-7676).
Allan
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – September 11, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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DEMENTIA HELP CENTER w/ Kae Hammond, 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.
– REPORT on her clients overall. Clients KNOW when they are experiencing changes long before their friends and family realize the subtle changes. Then there is a MOMENT when the family and friends finally realize. Then it makes it easier to navigate.
– REPORT that there are over 100 forms of Dementia. Really only 12 prevalent ones. Vascular Dementia is the 2nd most common. Alzheimer’s is the 1st most common.
– DISCUSSION of “how” clients go thru the process of shifting and losing capacity. FEAR, ANGER, come into play.
– SUGGESTION that the best way to be supportive of a client is to say “I’ll be here w/ you and we’ll go thru this together.” Expand your knowledge of the services of Hospice to help.
– 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).
Kae
cont. “Senior Moment” Segment – September 11, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – cont. “Senior Moment” Segment
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JOSLYN CENTER w/ Alex Garcia, New Program Director and Jackie Ramirez, Wellness Center Co-ordinator, re: 73-750 Catalina Way, Palm Desert, CA. 92260.
– REPORT that the Joslyn Center has at least 80 programs, activities and FREE COUNSELING for folks.
– REPORT on the Singles “Dining Out Group”.
– 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.
– REMEMBER: Bingo; Noon to 2 PM on Tuesdays. 10 games for $15.
– (contact info: www.joslyncenter.org and (760) 340-3220).
Alex and Jackie
American Legion Segment – September 10, 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 American Legion.
– 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.
– DISCUSSION of the impact of tomorrow and remembering 9.11. The Country became unified after that too. It seems as though we have FORGOTTEN.
– HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO JANET SALINAS.
– UPDATE on Veteran Robert that Amado, the VA, Chief of Staff @ Loma Linda, Dr. Seacrest helped. The chain of help went from the Joey English Show to Amado, to the Doctor, to Congressmen Ruiz and Calvert, to the hospital etc.
– DISCUSSION of the bill in Congress to increase the VA Budget, which is UNDER budget at this point in time. Go to www.legion.org and look for Veteran votes and issues. 7 bills that need approval NOW.
– REPORT on how you AND YOUR FAMILY CAN become a member of Post 519.
– (contact info; www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)
Amado
American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment – September 10, 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 importance of the U.S. Constitution. Not being taught in school anymore.
– REPORT that Amado will bring us a Constitutional Minute each month.
– REPORT that on Sept., 11, at POST 519 “Patriot’s Day” @ 4 – 8 PM BBQ for $18. Speakers, and a survivor of Ground Zero. 400 N. Belardo Road, Palm Springs.
– 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 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 – September 10, 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 the new program PACE, all-inclusive care for the elderly thru Eisenhower Health. One such facility is open in La Quinta. Perhaps next month.
– DISCUSSION of what the PACE Program provides for folks who quality.
– MEDICARE PART D – the most utilized component of your Medicare because you take your medications EVERY DAY.
– REPORT on the big changes for Medicare Part D coming in 2025, especially in the “donut hole”. Possible limit of $2,000. for out-of-pocket costs. Affects the formulary going forward. 33% of personal costs will go up to 50% next year.
– 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.
– 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 – September 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Restaurant of the Week Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Dick Shalhoub re: “McDonalds”.
– REPORT on all the McDonald’s questions on “Jeopardy”.
– DISCUSSION of the WEDDINGS THAT HAVE BEEN HELD AT MC DONALDS. lol
– REPORT on his 31 stores.
– DISCUSSION of the “Big Arch” sandwich that might be coming. Being tested in Canada etc. where it’s selling very well.
– REPORT that McDonalds does not have “impossible” meats.
– REPORT that doing business in CA. is very difficult especially w/ all the cost increases.
– REPORT on the $5. Meal @ McDonalds these days to help in this economy.
– REPORT that the “bundles” are very popular for less than $20.
– DISCUSSION of the “chicken” surprises coming in the Fall.
– (contact info: www.mcdonalds.com.)
Dick
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