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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

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”.
– REPORT that we are in our 10th week of “sheltering in place”.
– REPORT that Coachella Valley is beginning to open up. CV has only 1200 positive cases.
– DOHC members call (760) 969-6555 for free testing thru DOHC.
– REPORT that if you are within 6 feet of ANYONE, wear a mask. Risk of contracting the COVID-19 goes from 2% to 70% if you don’t have a mask on, even if you are asymptomatic. WASH YOUR HANDS.
– REPORT on the virus in children now in every state.
– CDC late breaking information; NOW, Hydroxychloroquine is not considered effective against the virus. Remdesivir studies also do not show any benefit for coronavirus patients.
– DISCUSSION of the partnership w/ EH, Desert Care Network, Desert AIDS Project and Desert Oasis Healthcare.
– Convalescent plasma is promising.
– REPORT on the Vaccine and the over 100 that are in the works. They will be administered as shots.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

09:00 – 10:00 AM

Hour 1 Seg 3 – 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

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”.
– REPORT on the daily screening process for staff @ D.O.H.C..
– REPORT on new symptoms…i.e. stomach, g.i. tract, etc.
– REPORT that we are learning things we thought were true that we now know are not accurate.
– REPORT that screening is different from testing. Any screening questions call Dr. Hodgkins @ (760) 969-6555.
– If you feel you have been exposed, after you are tested you must “self-quarantine” for 14 days. D.O.H.C. checks on you constantly, provides masks, etc.
– All primary care doctors are seeing patients virtually.
– REPORT on the testing regulations….both D.O.H.C. and the County. DOHC members call (760) 969-6555 for free testing thru DOHC. Call 24/7. 400 calls a day.
– City of Palm Springs website has the latest updates.
www.palmspringsca.gov
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 1 – Eisenhower Health 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

EISENHOWER HEALTH w/ Lee Rice, Media co-ordinator and Communications Specialist and David Renker 39000 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– David is the Director of Ambulatory Services & Special Programs @ EH. “Hi” to his wife, Colette.
– DEFINITION of his job description.
– DEFINITION of Eisenhower Primary Care 365 and “my chart”. This service allows patients to see their doctor within 2 to 3 days. Uses latest technology. Also helps folks identify a doctor. 1st visit is minimum 1 hour and thereafter at least 30 minutes.
– REPORT on community outreach, i.e. Country Clubs etc.
– DEFINITION of Eisenhower Concierge. Minimum 1-hour response time, 24/7 services, even home visits. (760) 360-3365.
– REPORT that EH is still open for patients and elective surgeries are being scheduled again.
www.eisenhowerhealth.org
(760) 340-3911)

Lee

David

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 2 – Desert AIDS Project/”Mr. Community” 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

DESERT AIDS PROJECT & “MR. COMMUNITY” w/ Steven Henke re: 1695 N. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– REPORT on Revivals Stores. All 3 are accepting donations/drop offs. www.revivalsstores.com will explain 2 ways to donate. 1. Drive and drop off, get a receipt. 2. Schedule a pick-up for larger items. These donations benefit Desert Aids Project.
– REPORT 7 days a week, mostly 9 to 5 PM.
– REPORT on the safety, cleaning and social distancing innovations @ the 3 Revivals.
– REPORT ON DAP’S 2 new health care clinics (blue and green) for ANYONE. Virtual and in-person services, registration. – REPORT on “One Call” is a new program to find a doctor, hook up w/ insurance and make an appointment. www.desertaidsproject.org has all the information to sign up.
– SAVE THE DATE: FREE 6/5 “Voices of Hope, Together We Thrive” virtual event, live streaming event. Link to DAP website to schedule a restaurant “take out” then sit @ home and watch the streaming together. Scott Nevins is producing this event. Take out, dine-in and tune in to do good.
www.desertaidsproject.org
(760) 323-2118)

Steven

10:00 – 11:00 AM

Hour 2 Seg 3 – 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

CITY OF PALM SPRINGS w/ Mayor Geoff Kors re: 3200 E. Tahquitz Canyon Way, Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– In-person dining and retail businesses can now open w/ the Riverside Country safety measures in place.
– Possible future closing of some streets to allow restaurants to have more space for social distancing seating, especially in the cool desert evenings. Perhaps on Thurs., Fri., Sat., and Sun., City may help cover the costs of misters.
– REPORT on the impact to adjacent retail businesses.
– No yet allowing hotels, vacation rentals etc., to open.
– Lauding the Mayor and Palm Springs City Council for their leadership during this challenging and frustrating time.
– REPORT on the police presence in the City over Memorial Day Weekend.
www.palmspringsca.gov
(760) 323-8299)

Geoff

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 1 – Insurance 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

ASCEND INSURANCE w/ Dennis VanBuskirk re: 36917 Cook St. #101, Palm Desert, CA. 92211.
– EXPLANATION that insurance companies (Dennis represents over 30 of them) have gotten together to reimburse 15% for 2 months of premiums for Auto ONLY for April and May. You don’t have to call your Insurance Agent, this will be done automatically.
– REPORT that for Commercial Insurance Clients, they will get a similar deal and again, you don’t need to call anyone.
– FAMILY UPDATE. Another son is engaged!!! REPORT on the baby due to another son in July.
– QUESTION about insuring a car/truck that is not being driven. Do a “non-op”. EXPLANATION of a multiple car rate, with a lower rate for each car even though the overall cost may go up a bit.
– Covered CA. has extended their eligibility time frame. Call Dennis, he’ll do the PAPERWORK.
– He’ll insurance everything and everyone. Office speaks Spanish. Most paperwork is done on-line.
www.ascendins.com
(760) 341-3477)

Dennis

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 2 – Financial Services 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

GOUGH FINANCIAL SERVICES w/ Janice Gough – 125 E. Tahquitz Cyn., Way, #203, Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION of what to do if you need to take monies out of your retirement account to live on.
– REPORT – Take a Section 79 Hardship Withdrawal. No penalties and the funds come out over a period of time. Part of the IRS code.
– REPORT on concern about taking out retirement funds and fear that taxes will skyrocket. If your income has gotten lower you can convert your funds to a Roth IRA and the funds will come out tax free.
– DISCUSSION that not only building your retirement, but how to take it out so that you don’t pay taxes.
– DISCUSSION that this is a good time to review all your insurance/health/investment papers.
– COMPLIMENTARY review of your finances.
– STATEMENT of her desire to support local small businesses as we re-open.
– Her weekly columns in the Desert Star Weekly and Public Record. Sign up for the FREE weekly newsletter.
www.goughfinancialsvcs.com
(650) 200-8291)

Janice

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Hour 3 Seg 3 – Brady Sandahl Real Estate 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; 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.

LATE BREAKING NEWS….Yesterday, May 22, the Mayor of Palm Springs announced the re-opening of all restaurants and businesses in Palm Springs!!!

BRADY SANDAHL REAL ESTATE GROUP/KELLER WILLIAMS w/ Brady Sandahl re; 70005 Mirage Cove Dr., Rancho Mirage, CA. 92270.
– Take things “One Day @ A Time”. Going day by day.
– DISCUSSION of expanded Zoom technology and his FACEBOOK video live stream. Uses drones too.
– REPORT that since the “Shelter-In-Place” March 19th, order there have been 245 closings in Palm Springs and therefore real estate is not particularly feeling pain. Keller/Williams is the largest real estate sales force IN THE WORLD.
– REPORT this is not a real estate crisis, it is a health crisis.
#1 – DISCUSSION that buyers have LEARNED how to use their home differently for work, family etc., and may need a bigger or smaller home to serve their needs in this “new normal”.
#2 – REPORT that interest rates are low.
#3 – REPORT that folks now want to live in smaller communities, not big cities.
– REPORT that each real estate closing that happens employs 19 to 20 persons.
– REPORT that he wants to see folks go BACK TO WORK. Needs inventory.
– Palm Springs Life reported that the Brady Sandahl Real Estate Group is the #1 TEAM for 2019 in the Coachella Valley.
– REPORT on how he will list and/or market any new listings. Works fine. Real Estate is considered an essential business.
www.bradysandahl.com
(760) 409-1540)

Brady

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; 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/ Dick Shalhoub re: “McDonald’s”.
– REPORT on the McDonald’s program of feeding First Responders and Essential Service folks for FREE.
– Kudos to Eisenhower Health’s staff.
– DISCUSSION of the newly remodeled restaurant in Redlands. Total of 32 restaurants that he owns.
– REPORT on the on-going changes in the restaurants.
– DISCUSSION of the “other side” of COVID-19 and the changes that will take place. i.e. no more self-service beverage bars. Priority is to keep everyone safe.
– REPORT on the reaction of McDonalds to the COVID-19. Sanitation procedures that are in place and are expected.
– DISCUSSION of the mental attitude of both his staff and customers.
www.mcdonalds.com
(760) 674-3335)

Dick

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; 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”.
– REPORT that Riverside County has allowed some to open up, even though City and State are offering different guidelines.
– REPORT that Riverside County has the highest testing level. Two more testing centers, one in Desert Hot Springs and Mecca. Still need to make an appointment. (888) 634-1123 for non DOHC folks. Desirable rate is 1 positive case per 10,00 people.
– DOHC members call (760) 969-6555 for free testing thru DOHC.
– REPORT that if you are within 6 feet of ANYONE, wear a mask. Risk of contracting the COVID-19 goes from 2% to 70% if you don’t have a mask on, even if you are asymptomatic.
– REPORT on the rules just updated from the City of Palm Springs.
– ANSWER to the questions from Joey Pals.
1. What’s changed in the COVID-19 virus? Thankfully, the case load that was expected didn’t occur. People did what they were advised to. Only 900 cases in the CV w/ 40 deaths.
– WEAR A MASK AND WASH YOUR HANDS…..the virus will always be around.
– REPORT on the Vaccine and the 100 that are in the works. Hope for a vaccine to high-risk folks in late fall. Plastic injectables possible to allow for mass production.
– REPORT to get your flu shot as soon as possible in August.
– DEFINITION OF PPP…personal protection equipment.
www.mydohc.com
(760) 969-6555)

Brian