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A MESSAGE FROM OUR EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
We all miss seeing you and look forward to welcoming you back to The Joslyn Center. I hope you are all well and dealing with this unparalleled health crisis by staying healthy and keeping as active and engaged as possible. Here at The Joslyn Center we have been continuing with our essential nutrition services including Meals on Wheels, Penny’s Pantry, and our Problem Solving Strategies counseling program. If you need help with any of these programs, please let us know how we can help. I know that many of our members are worried, anxious or depressed about remaining at home and being unable to participate in their favorite exercise, activity or class. Please check out our Facebook page, website, or e--newsletter for activities you can do at home. If you would like to talk with one of our counselors through our Problem Solving Strategies program, please call the Wellness Center, 760-340-3220 x117. I would like to thank our outgoing Board President, Aurora Wilson for all her dedication, generous contributions of her time and treasure, and valued advice and support. In July, we will welcome Eileen Packer as our new board president and Beverly Fitzgerald as our board vice-president. With their broad experience on non-profit boards and in management, we will be in good hands. Barry Kaufman will remain as our treasurer with Mary Gilstrap rounding out our executive committee as board secretary. They both have been invaluable members of our team and I am happy to see them continue in these roles. Our board of directors is monitoring the health crisis closely in order to determine when it might be safe for us to re-open. Our staff is working together to make sure we are able to provide you with a safe environment when you return. In the meantime, please let us know how we can help you. If you would like to contact me directly, call 760-340-3220 x106 or send me an email at [email protected]. Stay safe, stay well, and together as we all move forward into the future.
Jack Newby Executive Director
MEET OUR NEW COUNSELING SUPERVISOR
Elyse Prack, LCSW joins the Joslyn Wellness Center after one year of retirement from a 40-year career as a clinical social worker. She was raised in Brooklyn NY and lived in Massachusetts for 32 years before moving to the Coachella Valley in 2013. Previously, Elyse had been a psychotherapist; mental health clinic manager; and a clinical care manager. Most recently, she worked at Desert Oasis Healthcare for six years as a clinical care coordinator. In her free time, Elyse enjoys spending time with her husband & friends, going to the gym (when it is open!), reading, walking, housekeeping, and ongoing attempts to improve her cooking skills. Elyse encourages anyone who is interested in bolstering their brain power or needs helps with a problem to contact the Wellness Center at 760-340-3220, extension 117 for more information on its Brain Boot Camp, Aging Mastery, and Problem Solving Strategies programs.
A MESSAGE FROM OUR OUTGOING
BOARD PRESIDENT Hello everyone! This is my last column as board president. I am leaving The Joslyn Center after eight years of voluntary service with the last four as your board president. It has been an amazing journey and an honor to serve The Joslyn. I want to express my gratitude to our hardworking board of directors, executive director, staff and volunteers. I realize that these last several months have been difficult but, with your health in mind, we all look forward to the day when we can once again open our doors with a hearty welcome!
I also want to thank the cities of Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage and Indian Wells for their continued support of the work we do at The Joslyn. Your incoming board president, Eileen Packer, will be outstanding.
Wishing you all the very best! Aurora Wilson
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MEET OUR NEW BOARD PRESIDENT
AND VICE PRESIDENT Board President Eileen Packer After a diverse career in the healthcare industry, and moving to the Coachella Valley in 2000, Eileen transitioned into a position that would define her dedication to the health and welfare of the senior community: Director of Food Service for Riverside County Office on Aging, overseeing the Home and Congregate Meal Program; member of the Riverside County Office on Aging Advisory Council, and then for almost ten years, the CEO of HARC, an organization that collects health data which includes the senior population.
Eileen has served as President of the Southern California Society of Association Executives, President of the Desert Communities Hadassah Adina Group, and President of the Association of Fundraising Professionals CA, Desert Communities Chapter.
Board Vice President Beverly Fitzgerald
Beverly Fitzgerald currently serves on The Joslyn Center Board of Directors as Vice President, and on the Fund Development Committee. Beverly also serves on the Board of Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Coachella Valley. Elected as President of the California Desert Association of Realtors in 2015, she continues to serve as a State Director for the California Association of Realtors. Beverly was appointed to the Palm Desert Housing Commission for the 2017-2018 term and served as Vice Chair in 2018. Before launching a career in Real Estate in the Coachella Valley, Beverly retired after a successful 25-year career with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, the largest healthcare system in the country.
KEEP COOL (AND SAFE) THIS SUMMER
Stay hydrated throughout the day by
drinking more water than usual. Don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. Avoid alcohol, caffeine and liquids with large amounts of sugar.
Schedule outdoor activities for early in the morn-ing or later in the evening. Minimize or avoid physical exertion.
Pace your activity. Start activities slow and pick up the pace gradually.
Wear lightweight, light-colored, and loose cloth-
ing. Wear sunglasses to protect your eyes from UV rays. Wear and reapply sunscreen as indicated on the package.
Rest in the shade or a cool place every chance
you get to protect you from the sun. Stay in air-conditioned space. If you do not have an air conditioner, use a fan
and make sure your windows are open. Do not eat heavy or oily foods and avoid cooking
with your oven. Take a cool shower or bath to cool down. Do not sit in a hot car, even if it’s for a short peri-
od of time. Never leave a person or animal alone in a vehicle during high temperatures.
Check on your friends and neighbors who are
elderly or have medical conditions.
WE’RE ON YOU TUBE! Subscribe to our YouTube channel and get videos and playlists in one place. It's one more way to stay active and engaged online.
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AVAILABLE PROGRAMS While our onsite programs and activities have been sus-pended, we are still offering opportunities to stay active and engaged online. BLINGIN’ BINGO Join Rebecca and Paul every Tuesday at 2:00 PM on Facebook Live (Facebook.com/Joslyncenter) for Blingin’ Bingo. Use a card you have at home or download one online. Different patterns, great prizes, and a whole lot of fun! (Just ask Madonna and Uncle John).
GO4LIFE Go to The Joslyn Center’s YouTube channel, click on playlists and you’ll find workout videos. They are the same exercises as you do in class, but with a different instructor. CHAIR YOGA Visit our YouTube channel and you’ll find videos Cheryl created to keep your muscles moving and help reduce stress during this challenging time. For more information on any of these programs, contact Rebecca Ruffing, 760-340-3220, ext. 102, or [email protected]
JOSLYN CENTER LEGACY CIRCLE
Our heartfelt gratitude to The Legacy Circle for their deep commitment to The Joslyn Center. Their gift and generosity will live on forever.
J & D Bird Trust
Dr. Abram I. & Sylvia S. Chasens Endowment Fund*
Joseph W. Lyman III Patty Newman
Peter Rittenhouse Mary Schneller
Barbara Steffens The Barbara Steffens Fund Bruce Berkemeier Bequest*
LeBlanc Family Trust* Merritt & Penny Joslyn Estate* Jennie S. Bohanova Estate*
What will your legacy be? Have you included
The Joslyn Center in your estate plans? For more information about the Legacy Circle contact
Jack Newby, 760-340-3220, ext.106
*In memoriam
JOSLYN CENTER ENDOWMENT FUND
The Joslyn Center has established an endowment fund at The Community Foundation of Riverside and San Bernardino. You can help support this fund through a simple charitable gift annuity or IRA rollover. For more information, or to schedule an appointment, contact Paul Clowers (760-340-3220 ext. 107, [email protected]) or Jack Newby 760-340-3220 ext.106, jackn@joslyncenter).
Merritt & Penny Joslyn Estate Primary Fund Establishment
The Auen Foundation
Founding Major Contributor
Arthur & Patty Newman Endowment Fund Contributors
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Monica & Paul Bambauer Pat Clinton Peter & Janice Cullen HD Cureton Mike & Dorothy Cuskelly Deko Marge Dodge A. Stanley Faas John & Beverly Fitzgerald Frank Goldstin & Paul Clowers Trudi Greig Kristine Gula Gloria Guttman Jan Hawkins Inland Empire Community Foundation Janice Israelson & Marcy Clarke Paula Kennedy Judy Kinnamon Gladys Layne Robert & Peggy Leo Arlene & James Lucchesi
Joseph W. Lyman III Blaine & Helen Mack Michael Mathews Les Modie & Steve Hanson Lee & Evonne Muse Ed & Kimberly Muzik Jack Newby & Pete Parker Nancy Nowak & William Choplin Gary & Linda Nugent Dick & Jan Oliphant Howard & Eileen Packer Bonnie Paul Edith Phillips Peter Rittenhouse Joe Staley Michelle V. Thueson Vinita Verghese & Dan Thelen Ed Walsh & Wayne Soucy Ann Watt Jonathan Wynne
Cornerstone Club Benefits
Platinum Member $250 or more per month ($3,000 minimum annual donation): All Gold Member benefits plus four (4) tickets to Annual Wine Pairing Dinner.
Gold Member $100 or more per month ($1,200 minimum annual donation): All Silver Member benefits plus, two (2) VIP seating tickets to Annual Runway Show (instead of general seating) and a private tour of the Joslyn Center campus and programs.
Silver Member $50 or more per month ($600 minimum annual donation): All Bronze Member benefits plus, invitation to twice yearly (spring/fall) reception for club members only, two (2) general seating tickets to Annual Runway show.
Bronze Member $25 or more per month ($300 minimum annual donation) Annual Joslyn Center Membership; Name listing on: quarterly Cornerstone Club e-newsletter; Joslyn Journal Cornerstone Club; annual spring fundraiser program book; Joslyn Center Cornerstone Club website page; digital display in lobby; and invitations to special Joslyn Center events.
Join Today! Contact Paul Clowers, Director of Development at
760-340-3220, ext. 107; [email protected]
VIRTUAL BEREAVEMENT GROUP
Family Hospice Care will be offering bereavement groups VIRTUALLY beginning on Monday, July 20 from 9:00am-10:00am.
If you have experienced the death of a loved one, are interested in participating,
or have questions, please contact TR Barto, LCSW at 760-674-3344.
A smart phone is required to join the video portion of the group.
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BUSINESS PARTNERS
Business Category Company Contact Phone Alzheimer's Special Care Caleo Bay Alzheimer's Special Care Center Dawn Connelly 760-771-6100
Alzheimer’s Support Alzheimer’s Association of the Coachella Valley Kimberly Spiegel 760-996-0006
Attorney at Law Law Office of Eric A. Rudolph Eric Rudolph 760-702-4046
Board & Care Alternative Caregiving Solutions Ula Carlos 760-835-1343
Cannabis Coachella Lighthouse & Cannacraft Jen Montgomery 901-649-3568
Computer Services ITT Consulting Cassandra Beegle 760-537-1728
Dental Indian Wells Health & Smile Center Dr. Leonard Feld 760-341-2873
Finance World Financial Group Greg Brown 760-831-5305
Funeral & Cremation Planning Forest Lawn Robert Strong 760-590-3604
Grocery Trader Joe's Palm Desert 760-340-2291
Health & Wellness Goods The Legacy Group Eric Nicoll 760-832-7566
Healthcare Desert Oasis Healthcare Barry Dayton 760-320-8814
Hearing Clear Captions David Eisner 760-668-7081
Home Health Agency Caring Companions At Home Linda Arlt 760-771-6263
Home Health Agency Comfort Keepers David Sommerfield 760-340-2166
Home Health Agency Heritage Senior Care, Inc. Kathleen Ackermann 760-429-3980
Home Health Agency Home Instead Senior Care Rob Costello 760-674-1905
Home Health Agency Right at Home Daniel Fox 760-340-1919
Home Health Agency We Care Home Care Plus LLC Michelle Churis 760-408-0400
Hospice Care Bridge Hospice David Neisinger 760-218-8933
Hospice Care Family Hospice Care Abby Cohen 760-674-3344
Hospice Care Serenity Hospice Tom Webber 760-567-3271
Hospital/Medical Desert Care Network Rich Ramhoff 760-323-6187
Hospital/Medical Eisenhower Health Ann Mostofi 760-340-3911
Insurance Bilhartz Desert Insurance Brian Bilhartz 760-459-9617
Life Insurance Settlements Rehburg Life Insurance Settlements Lisa Rehburg 714-349-7981
Massage Therapy Travel Touch Massage Dora Vasquez 760-275-5033
Medical Insurance Anthem Blue Cross Heather Baker 760-713-1554
Medical Insurance Brand New Day Deby Shoemaker 657-222-5047
Medical Insurance Empire Physicians Med Grp Wayne Gerry 760-861-1614
Medical Insurance Health Net Alfonso Castellanos 909-327-8585
Medical Insurance Humana Inc. Priscilla Garcia 760-808-2596
Medical Insurance Humana MarketPoint Sue Dickey 760-562-5755
Medical Insurance Inter Valley Health Plan David Bradley 760-537-0270
Medical Insurance Kaiser Permanente Ismael Robledo 760-239-8362
Medical Insurance LJR Insurance Solutions LLC Lou Reinitz 760-699-1359
Medical Insurance SCAN Health Plans Cesy Mireles 760-399-2114
Medical Insurance SCAN Health Plans Ruth Osborn 661-609-3602
Medical Insurance United Healthcare Diane Caress 760-861-8667
Nursing Facility/Rehab Monterey Palms Health Karina Razi 760.776.7700
Patient Advocacy Patient Advocacy Agency Cindy Johnson 760-567-3744
Pharmacy Coachella Valley Pharmacy Peachy Lua 760-223-7188
Retirement Living Atria Hacienda Greg Schmidt 760-341-0890
Retirement Living Atria Palm Desert Denise Flores 760-773-3772
Retirement Living Avenida Palm Desert Randy Warlick 949-945-0887
Retirement Living Brookdale Mirage Inn Andrea Watson 760-346-7772
Retirement Living Brookdale at Rancho Mirage Roland Gandy 760-340-5999
Retirement Living Senior Living Alternatives Mary Zimmerman 760-668-4240
Retirement Living Senior Solutions Jill Bakker 909-931-2822
Retirement Living Vista Cove at Rancho Mirage Jack Poyfair 760-324-4604
Transportation Cardiff Transportation/Travel Jill Fielose 760-568-1403
Utility Southern Cal. Edison Brian McDonald 626-614-4737
To become a Joslyn Center Business Partner, contact Rebecca Ruffing, 760-340-3220, ext. 102, [email protected]
Bold denotes new business partner
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WELLNESS CENTER PROGRAMS FOR YOU
MANAGING COVID-19 ANXIETY
Are you feeling isolated and missing your friends and activities? Are you looking for more "alone time" now that your spouse or partner is home all the time? Our Problem Solving Strategies counseling program can help you reframe how you view a problem and assist you in finding the answer within yourself. The Problem Solving Strategies program is personalized and can be developed for an individual, couple, or family. We can arrange telephone, video, or other types of consultations to help you get through this difficult time. To find out more, contact Veronica, 760-340-3220 ext. 117; [email protected].
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Joslyn Journal Enriching Lives
Every Day
Cove Communities Senior Association—dba The Joslyn Center
73-750 Catalina Way
Palm Desert, CA 92260
NONPROFIT
ORGANIZATION U.S. POSTAGE
PAID PALM DESERT CA
PERMIT NO. 70
Or Current Resident
Our Mission
The Joslyn Center provides comprehensive programs and services for Seniors 50+ in Indian Wells, Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage and surrounding communities.
Special thanks to the cities of Palm Desert, Rancho Mirage and Indian Wells for their continued support.
HAVE YOU RENEWED YOUR MEMBERSHIP?
Please renew your Joslyn membership today! We rely on membership fees to provide many of our vital programs and services. Your membership support will help make sure we can serve you as soon as the health department allows us to open for on-site activities and services. Thank you!
NEED HELP? CALL US!
The Joslyn Center has access to services and resources including:
♦ Food assistance
♦ Water and utility bill assistance
♦ Financial assistance
♦ Grocery shopping
♦ Homeless prevention assistance
♦ Counseling for loneliness & anxiety
For more information or to request help, contact Rebecca Ruffing, 760-340-3220