December
MDR.com Segment – December 11, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – MDR.com Segment
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MDR.COM w/ Pat Riley, 14101 NW 4th Street, Sunrise Fl. 33325.
– TODAY’S REPORT on MDR Vital Factors (“the fizzies”)
1. They help make up for the decline of the Human Growth Hormone we experience as we age.
2. At the same time all the other hormones in our bodies are declining.
3. i.e. our hair thins, we have hearing issues, heart issues, our lung capacity changes, joints begin to erode, muscles atrophy, skin sags etc.
– REPORT that when you take MDR Vital Factors you can reverse many of these issues AND REALLY FEEL BETTER.
– REPORT that Pat is a chemist who has spent 45 years working w/ top doctors, Nobel Scientists, etc. to learn how to reverse aging and extend life span.
– REPORT that MDR Vital Factors is all natural. THIS IS NOT THE HGH shot.
– DISCUSSION that if you take MDR Vital Factors, you’ll sleep better, look better, feel better, have more energy, your brain will be sharper etc. You’ll enjoy healthy aging.
– DISCUSSION of how to “take” MDR Vital Factors. Dissolve one or two tablets in a glass of water (Joey adds an ice cube) each morning 5 days a week. Not on the weekend, so your body can “remember” to make the HGH on its own.
– REPORT on how Celebrity Pat Boone takes 2 tablets every weekday and has done so for years @ 89 years old.

Joey/ Pat Boone
– DISCUSSION of the other “factors” in MDR Vital Factors besides the HGH; ingredients to support brain function, promote hair growth, the vitamins, and help you have more stamina.
– REPORT that there are so many more wonderful age-defying products on the www.MDR.com website. Use the code word BOONE and get 30% off your first order.
– (contact info; www.vitalfactors.com and (800) MDR TABS).

Cover Girl Pat
“Senior Moment” Segment – December 11, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – “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 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 tips to get thru the Christmas Season and family gatherings w/ a family member of friend w/ Dementia or Alzheimers.
– DISCUSSION that you should HAVE A PLAN for the Holidays.
– 10 TIPS FOR ALZHEIMER’S & DEMENTIA FAMILY CAREGIVERS.
1. Recognize & accept that things are now different.
2. Control your tone of voice & manage your patience levels.
3. Be careful about “crowds”.
4. Provide family members & friends an update, in advance.
5. Ask everyone to introduce themselves.
6. Honor their comfort zone.
7. Accompany your loved one into the public restroom.
8. Stick to their routine as much as possible.
9. Take advantage of available perks when traveling by air.
10. Introduce a new “tradition”.
– 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
LIBERTY TREES;
Trees freshly cut, not stored for months.
Fresh from Montana and Idaho.
Will deliver.
Tree stands available, that don’t EVER leak and are already attached and level.
Wreaths, garlands, etc.,
Will flock any color.
Open 9 AM to 9 PM up to and thru Christmas Day.
Their lot: 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert
Call Rio @ (406) 370-5479.

Joey’s Poinsettia Tree
Palm Springs Library Segment – December 11, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Palm Springs Library Segment
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PALM SPRINGS PUBLIC LIBRARY w/ Julie, Library and Public Services Manager. 300 S. Sunrise Way, Palm Springs. 92262
– DISCUSSION that Julie has been there 20 years almost. Her various jobs.
– REPORT on Santa that was there last night.
– HOLD THE DATES;
1. Sat., Dec., 14 – Friends of the Library’s 3rd FREE Annual Bazar. 10 AM – 1 PM. Great selection of gift baskets to purchase. In the lobby of the main library FREE.
2. Mon. Dec., 16; 3 PM; Partner w/ Oswit Land Trust in a FREE monthly lecture series. Subject is the Birds of the Prescott Reserve @ the main library.
3. Tues., Dec., 17; In partnership w/ the Coachella Valley Journalism Foundation presents a FREE lecture “Laughing Out Loud” about political cartoons.
4. Wed., Dec., 18; 6 PM; “Deserted Films” a non-profit here in P.S. Featuring a 1963 Judy Garland Christmas Show.
– REPORT on the website w/ the events calendar.
– REPORT Mon. – Sat., open @ 10 AM. Closed Sundays.
– REPORT on library cards; how to get one, how to get a temporary one etc.,
– DISCUSSION of the Young Youth Teen programs.
– (contact info; www.palmspringslibrary.org and (760) 322-READ).

Julie
American Legion Segment – December 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 Owen Coffman 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 the Inaugural in 2017 he attended and the sweatshirt and that he is wearing from that event. The excitement of the event and the transfer of power in America.
– REPORT on the pre-inaugural work already being done for America.
– REPORT that Amado is going to the Jan., 20, Inauguration in 2025.
– REPORT that the American Legion Owen Coffman Post 519 will host Marines from 29 Palms for Christmas. Donations are encouraged.
– DISCUSSION of the opportunities the Military provided Amado. Encouragement for young people and the life careers available.
– (contact info; www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)

Amado
American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment – December 10, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – American Legion presents “Helping Heroes USA” Segment
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Cont. 2. NAVY LEAGUE/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 Owen Coffman 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 American 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 NAVY LEAGUE;
1. New website to subscribe to; www.usnavygps.org. They have rotating locations for luncheons w/ speakers.
2. HOLD THE DATE; Dec., 14 Army vs. Navy game.
3. Navy League is taking a group to the Inauguration and the Ball on Jan., 20, 2025.
– DISCUSSION of his memories of attending the Obama Inauguration.
– REPORT that to join the Navy League go to www.usnavygps.org and click on subscribe. Only $25/year.
– DISCUSSION of the impact the Navy has on the economy in the U.S.
– DISCUSSION of the U.S. Space Force.
– REPORT on the mission statement; as a non-profit, they are 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.
– (contact info; www.helpingheroesusa.org www.americanlegionpalmsprings.com and (760) 325-6229)

Amado
LIBERTY TREES;
Trees freshly cut, not stored for months.
Fresh from Montana and Idaho.
Will deliver.
Tree stands available, that don’t EVER leak and are already attached and level.
Wreaths, garlands, etc.,
Will flock any color.
Open 9 AM to 9 PM up to and thru Christmas Day.
Their lot: 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert
Call Rio @ (406) 370-5479.

Joey’s Poinsettia Tree
Bilhartz Desert Insurance Segment – December 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 that as of today, DEC., 10, the Dec., 7 Open-Enrollment deadline has passed.
– DISCUSSION of the changes to MEDICARE PART D – the most utilized component of your Medicare because you take your medications EVERY DAY.
– DISCUSSION of his yearly trip to Washington D.C. to discuss the changes needed.
– REPORT on Medicare Advantage. You have another enrollment opportunity in which to make changes from Jan.,1 to March 31. This “window” is meant to protect Seniors.
– DISCUSSION of how to handle ALL THE PHONE CALLS about Medicare.
– 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.
REPORT on 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. The rules are different in other states.
– (contact info; www.bilhartzinsurance.com and (760) 459-9617).

Brian
“Restaurant of the Week” Segment – December 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – “Restaurant of the Week” Segment
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RESTAURANT OF THE WEEK w/ Amber Castillo re: “LuLu California Bistro” 200 S. Palm Canyon Dr., P.S.
– REPORT on “LuLu California Bistro” where there’s “always a party”. “Absolulu“ lol
– DISCUSSION of her big “blended” family.
– DISCUSSION of what she does for LuLu’s. How she progressed for Jerry Keller @ LuLu. Her computer skills and a bit about AI.
– REPORT on THINGS @ LULU;
1. BREAKFAST IN THE BAR; starting @ $9.99.
2. ALL DAY HAPPY HOUR; 24/7 all day every day. Bar bites @ $7.99. All well drinks $6.99.
3. DAILY HOLIDAY SPECIALS; all a la carte items. Make a reservation.
4. CHRISTMAS DAY OFFERINGS; $69.99 for adults; $29.99 for kids. MENTION of some of the entrees.
– (contact info: www.lulupalmsprings.com and (760) 327-LULU 5858)

Amber
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – December 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 2 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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D.O.H.C. w/ Bianca Rae Host of D.O.H.C.’s “The Pulse”. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– DISCUSSION that she is in London w/ her Mother and Sister.
– MENTION that her birthday is Dec., 26.
– QUESTION FROM A “JOEY PAL”.
1. What are these puberty blockers that are being given to children that are also given to adults to treat cancer? (DF. of puberty blockers. Mention of different laws in different states. i.e. Tennessee. The blocker tells the nervous system NOT TO START puberty. The Supreme Court is hearing issues on this now. Homework will be to find out how this applies to cancer treatments. Perhaps to tell the cancer cells NOT to start multiplying.)
– REPORT on “The Pulse” that she hosts on CBS, KESQ.
– REPORT on the D.O.H.C. “Wellness Clinic” and how folks take advantage of the work-up they do for you in between doctor visits and then report the results to your primary care doctor. i.e. the memory test
– REPORT on Dr. Jessica Afable and her knowledge of both tradition and alternative medicine disciplines.
– REPORT on the pilot program D.O.H.C. is hosting; “The Digitiva”; a mobile application for D.O.H.C. patients under the care of their health-care provider who have a diagnosis of heart failure or other heart ailments. All info is on the D.O.H.C. website to sign up.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Bianca
LIBERTY TREES;
Trees freshly cut, not stored for months.
Fresh from Montana and Idaho.
Will deliver.
Tree stands available, that don’t EVER leak and are already attached and level.
Wreaths, garlands, etc.,
Will flock any color.
Open 9 AM to 9 PM up to and thru Christmas Day.
Their lot: 73-796 San Luis Rey, Palm Desert
Call Rio @ (406) 370-5479.

Joey’s Poinsettia Tree
Desert Oasis Health Care Segment – December 9, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 3 – Desert Oasis Health Care Segment
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cont. 2. D.O.H.C. w/ Bianca Rae Host of D.O.H.C.’s “The Pulse”. “Your Health, Your Life, Our Passion”.
– REPORT on D.O.H.C.’s Wellness Clinic. Everything learned there is reported to your primary care physician. That way there is more time for you w/ your doctor who is better prepared to see you after the Wellness Clinic.
– DISCUSSION of the 60,000 members of D.O.H.C. and how to join. 30,000 members are Seniors and 30,000 are not.
– AFTER THE WELLNESS CENTER your info is posted in the D.O.H.C. Portal that you can access yourself. Dashboard is on the website. Call (760) 325-3642.
– REPORT that if you’d like the “Pulse” to discuss a special subject let us know and the TV show will do an episode on it. Every other Thurs., @ 12 noon on CBV local 2.
– (contact info: www.mydohc.com and (760) 969-6555).

Bianca
Desert Water Agency Segment – December 6, 2024
3:00 – 4:00 PM
Seg 1 – Desert Water Agency Segment
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DESERT WATER AGENCY w/ Nesha Azmani, Public Affairs Dept., Specialist re: 1200 S. Gene Autry Tr., Palm Springs, CA. 92262.
– DISCUSSION of the Holiday Season and to keep grease, oils and fats (FOG) OUT OF THE DRAINS.
– REPORT that ONLY SOAP AND WATER should go down drains.
– REPORT that in Dec., you only need to water 3 minutes a day. You should probably SPLIT those times in two. There is a watering guide on their web site, www.dwa.org/guide.
– REPORT that clogged pipces cause backups into homes and businesses.
– REPORT to check sprinklers that spray the grass NOT the pavement.
– DISCUSSION that DWA maintains the sewer system in parts of the CV.
– DISCUSSION of the incentive programs.
1. Smart controllers.
2. Water efficient nozzles and irrigation heads. $5. Rebate per nozzle; $2 rebate for installation. www.dwa.org/rebate.
3. Washing machines
4. Residential toilets
5. Grass removal
– (contact info: www.dwa.org.and (760) 323-4971)

Nesha