Back to Basics for Your Financial Future

In this edition, we go back to basics with time-tested advice from (now retired) financial planner Reesa Manning which first appeared in our 2013 January/February edition.  If you’re serious about pursuing your financial goals, first get your finances in order. Here are a few simple steps to keep you on track: Get organized Make time… Read more »

Soy Ceviche

Coachella is embracing the Blue Zones Project with healthier options being served up throughout the community. We are delighted to feature this Blue Zones-inspired recipe from El Tranvia restaurant owner Oscar Ventura, who continues his family legacy launched in 1969 as a food truck (El Tranvia translates to “the streetcar”). A Palm Springs Life Best… Read more »

Fall, Football and Healthy Fun

Thankfully, we still have a few sweet summer days to enjoy as we prepare for autumn, which will usher in the eagerly awaited football season and all the fourth quarter festivities.  Beyond excitement for the games themselves, this time of year presents a unique opportunity to adopt a holistic approach to well-being, blending the thrill… Read more »

Black Bean Quinoa Burger

These burgers are a wholesome alternative to processed meat substitutes—perfect for meal prep, grilling season or weeknight dinners. Made with fiber-rich and protein-packed black beans and quinoa, and antioxidant-rich vegetables and spices, they not only support digestion and heart health, but also help stabilize blood sugar and promote satiety. Spices like cumin, paprika and garlic… Read more »

Maintaining Balance as We Age

Maintaining balance as we age is crucial for overall health, independence and quality of life. Some of the many benefits of working to maintain balance include fall prevention, aging at home and maintaining cognitive and neurological health. Falls are the leading cause of injury in older adults, often resulting in fractures, head trauma and even… Read more »

Ensuring a Cohesive Care Team and Recognizing Potential Gaps

Health care can feel like a maze. Between appointments, specialists and medications, many patients find themselves asking: “Who’s keeping track of it all?” The truth is that most of us rely on multiple professionals, each with their own area of expertise. While every provider brings value, the lack of coordination can leave patients confused or… Read more »

Motivation to Move Forward

You’re putting in the work, sweating it out and staying committed to your routine at the gym, but these common slip-ups could be blocking your results. If any of these thoughts and actions sound familiar, you could be sabotaging your own progress, and that’s a major bummer. Let’s dive in and course-correct now: Don’t compare… Read more »

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The Best Medicine

Meet Beth, a 72-year-old pickleball enthusiast who walks five miles every day. She considers herself healthy, since her only medication is for high cholesterol. But when she tripped while playing pickleball, she broke her left shoulder and wrist.  Meet George, a 59-year-old grandfather to one-year-old twins. Although he’s been overweight for years, his doctor always… Read more »

VIMY Awards to Honor Ernesto C. Rosales

The spotlight will shine on community generosity and world-class entertainment as Coachella Valley Volunteers in Medicine (CVVIM) hosts its 5th Annual VIMY Awards, presented by Desert Care Network, on Thursday, November 6, at “The Show” at Agua Caliente Rancho Mirage.  This year’s distinguished honoree is Ernesto C. Rosales, a lifelong Coachella Valley resident and respected… Read more »

Veronica and Evelyn

Community Comes Together for Kids

No demographic has been more affected by the pandemic than today’s children. Social isolation and academic loss, coupled with fear and uncertainty, have all had a lasting effect on the mental wellbeing of this vulnerable group. To stay aligned with the evolving challenges today’s youth face, Big Brothers Big Sisters (BBBS) has expanded its mission.… Read more »