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Redevelopment Commission | May 21, 6 p.m. Town Council | May 24, 7 p.m. Town Council meetings are held at Avon Town Hall, BZA meetings are held in the Avon Town Courtroom, 6570 E. U.S. Highway 36. For more information, call (317) 272-0948 or visit avongov.org.

Board Meeting | June 6, 7 p.m. All regular meetings are held at the Guilford Township Community Center, located at 1500 S. Center St., Plainfield. For more information, call (317) 838-0564.

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Board of Zoning Appeals | May 21, 7 p.m. Town Council |May 31, 7 p.m. All meetings are held at the Town of Plainfield Building, 206 W. Main Municipal Street. For more information, call (317) 839-2561 or visit townofplainfield.com.

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Plan Commission | May 23, 6 p.m. Town Council | May 24, 7 p.m. All meetings are held at Brownsburg Town Hall, 61 N Green Street. For more information, call (317) 852-1120 or visit brownsburg.org.

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Commissioners’ Meeting | May 22, 9 a.m. All meetings are held at the Hendricks County Government Center, 355 S Washington Street. For more information, visit: co.hendricks.in.us. To reach the Plan Commission or Board of Zoning Appeals, call (317) 745-9255; for County Council, call (317) 745-9221; and for the Board of Health, call (317) 745-9217.

Town Council | May 21, 7 p.m. All meetings are held at Danville Town Hall, 49 N Wayne Street. For more information, call (317) 745-4180 or visit danvilleindiana.org.

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Diamond Jubilee Nelson Jewelers celebrates 60 years in business, but for owner Jeff Nelson there’s more to it than selling timeless pieces of jewelry COVER STORY

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Jeff Nelson has spent decades in the jewelry business, and recalls the transition from mechanical to electronic watches in the industry. In his possession is one of the first electronic watches to appear in his store — a 1963 Bulova Accutron watch that emits a low hum from the tuning fork inside, used to keep time. While the industry constantly changes, Nelson Jewelers remains a mainstay of the Brownsburg area, celebrating its 60 anniversary Saturday, May 19. Nelson, owner and president of Nelson Jewelers, will have worked in the Brownsburg shop for 56 years, originally sweeping up the sidewalk and washing windows as a young boy to earn money to buy tickets to the movies or buy the latest model airplane at the local Five and Dime. The shop was located across the street from its present location — 22 E Main St. — at the time and was primarily a watch repair store. The creation of electronic watches forced Jeff’s father, Philip Nelson, to go back to school at the American Gemological Institute in California and repurpose the shop as a jewelry store. In 1976, their new slogan was formed, “A little out of the way, very much out of the ordinary.” “That phrase was born because we had things that were different…you didn’t find things like what we had here,” Jeff said. “Today, you can come see us, we can make a drawing, hand-carve the model and make something truly yours, no one else’s.” Jeff, too, became certified by the American Gemological Institute, and purchased the business from his parents in 1998, transforming the shop from its heavy focus on jewelry alters to also creating completely customized and unique pieces. “We aren’t trying to copy anyone, and we’re not nec-

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essarily trying to do what everyone else is doing,” designer Julie Baker said. “We try to think outside the box more…The majority of our things you won’t find anywhere else.” Jeff’s pursuit to create “timeless” pieces of jewelry since then has led to about three generations of families to seek out Nelson Jewelers’ business. However, Nelson Jewelers has not only provided its business, but also its services to help those within the community. You could say he is a gem of a community supporter. Jeff and his wife, Ginger, are active contributors to Habit of the Heart, an organization that raises money for women and children in need in Hendricks County. Ginger is the current chair for Habit of the Heart, which is comprised of all volunteers, and has donated everything from beds, wheelchairs, to vouchers for children to buy new shoes. Every year, the group hosts either a gala or Lady’s Luncheon and Purse Auction as a fundraiser. Collectively, the two events raise more than $100,000.

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This year, the purse auction will be held on Sept. 29 at the Country Club of Indianapolis. Committee and community members will donate purses filled with scarves and jewelry for the event. Attendees will then have the chance to bid on them in a silent auction. Nelson Jewelers donates a diamond necklace for bidding at the gala and donates other jewelry for auction at the Lady’s Purse Luncheon. “That has kinda been the signature piece at Habit of the Heart when we have our fundraisers that Nelson Jewelers is the one that has always done that, and it’s made it a very special part of our event,” former Habit of the Heart chair Tammy Hession said. Jeff and Ginger Nelson’s involvement in the community upholds Jeff’s single key to owning a successful business: “Caring. Caring about my customers, caring about our coworkers, caring about all kinds of people.”

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From left: Amber Sorto, Staybridge Suites; Jaime Bohler Smith, VHC Executive Director; Becky Harris (background), VHC Director of Sales; Tracy Whetstone, VHC Community Outreach Manager; and Sarah Ferguson, VHC Director of Marketing. (Photo by Chris Cornwall)

VHC delivers sweet ‘thank you’ to local hotel staff Leaders from Visit Hendricks County (VHC), the local tourism bureau, thanked staff from area hotels—and a few attractions—with coffee from Arcane Coffee Co. and Red’s Doughnuts in honor of National Travel & Tourism Week (May 6-12). “It’s important for us to recognize these front-line tourism employees that welcome guest to Hendricks County on a daily basis,” said Jaimie Bohler Smith, executive director of VHC. “They do an excellent job of telling our guests where to go eat and where to find fun things to do, and all of that contributes to a more enjoyable experience, a longer length of stay and a return visit.” The most recent tourism numbers may also deserve a show of appreciation. In 2016, visitors to Hendricks County spent

$263 million. What’s more, the local tourism industry supports 5,103 jobs and saves local households $616 in yearly taxes. The celebratory breakfast was well-received by staff at Staybridge Suites, 6295 Cambridge Way, Plainfield. “People who work in hospitality are energetic, talented and hard-working individuals who do whatever it takes to make the guest happy,” said Jennifer Smith, director of sales for the hotel. “It is nice to have a specific week that thanks these workers and reminds them of how important their jobs are to the local economy and overall quality of life in Indiana.” For more information about Visit Hendricks County, go to visithendrickscounty. com, or call (317) 718-8750.

Four 9-1-1 dispatchers take ‘Child Hero’ top honors Four Hendricks County Communications Center (HCCC) dispatchers were recognized for outstanding service at the Indiana NENA and APCO Telecommunicators Conference held on April 19. Out of the 10 9-1-1 calls recognized during the opening ceremony, Hendricks County dispatchers took first through fourth place. According to a press release, they were rewarded for being the “calm voice on the other side of the phone” during an emergency 9-1-1 call that involved a child. Communications Officer Elizabeth Mills took home first place for the Child Hero’s call. In the selected call, Mills was able to

help a 10-year old girl stay calm and follow proper procedures when her mom passed out while driving. “Many don’t realize Communications Officers are truly the first line of defense in any emergency situation. The Hendricks County Communications Center taking home the 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th prizes at the INNENA Conference just proves we have some of the best dispatchers in the state right in our backyard,” said Town of Plainfield Council President, Robin Brandgard. Erin Miller, Greg O’Brien and Dawn Veirs were the other dispatchers recognized for their impressive Child Hero phone calls.

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With primary over and referendum passed, it’s time to move on I think most of us are happy that another primary election has come and gone. Especially this one. More on that in a moment. There were no high-profile races locally— in fact, I believe this was the first time in ages that there was not a contested primary race for sheriff—that one is usually bloody. The bloody one, however, this time—well that may be a stretch—was the referendum to raise $9.5 million over 8 years to help fund reducing class sizes; teacher salaries; and extracurricular opportunities for students at Avon Schools. Yes, I know I am happy it’s over and I know those folks, like me, who live in Avon/ Washington Township, are especially grateful. First, let me preface what I am about to write with this: congratulations to those who supported and worked on the VOTE YES 4 AVON SCHOOLS campaign which secured 55.43 percent of the vote. It was a well-organized and well-funded crusade; it’s obvious that notes were taken on failed local school referendums of the past. The debate is over. For those who were in opposition, attend school board meetings— second Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at the district’s administrative center—and learn more about what the school system is looking to do and why; for those who were opponents, please understand that while this funding may address the needs of Avon Schools, the real force behind school success is parental involvement. There is no amount of money that guarantees the success of a school district—ask our friends at Indianapolis Public Schools. It begins at the home and we are blessed to have involved and active parents in Avon/Washington Township. Yes, it’s time for those who were opposed to the referendum to accept the results, stay off social media and move on. Likewise, for those who supported the referendum, it’s no time to gloat. Let’s be adults, come together, and realize that we live in a wonderful community; and be happy that we had an opportunity to make a decision through a democratic process. God bless Hendricks County.

Rick Myers is the publisher of the Hendricks County ICON. Email: [email protected].

Piece of my mind HUMOR

By Dick Wolfsie

In a piece I wrote several years ago, I poked fun at people who do yoga. People doing yoga hate being poked—however, in this case, I was commenting on their preferred pants, made by a company named Lululemon. The corporation had posted a warning on their website: “In some cases you may experience extreme sheerness, especially when bending over.” I’m good with a warning label on my statins, but if my garment had side effects, I might want to reconsider the selection. In that column, I also made fun of yoga, in general. In hindsight (ok, there’s a pun I didn’t plan), maybe I should have been less judgmental. I’m under fire again, after a recent column—this time about people who meditate. Here is an actual email I received: HOW DARE YOU CRITICIZE MEDITATION! I WAS AN UPTIGHT ANGRY PERSON UNTIL I STARTED MEDITATING. YOU ARE REALLY TICKING ME OFF!!!! Using all uppercase in emails is not a capital offense (or maybe it is), but it suggests that this guy still has a few issues. He did make me rethink my initial observations. In order

to educate myself, I headed for a local health food market where they have a bigger selection of New Age magazines than granola flavors. I was trying to find the right publication, so I grabbed a magazine called Mindlessness, which I thought would advocate for my personal lifestyle. When I got home I realized it was actually titled Mindfulness, which was not something I was remotely interested in. The publication was chock full of advice on how to focus, but many of the experts also advised that you should let your mind wander, so I became very confused. How can you do both? One writer claimed meditation goes back to the early inhabitants of the Promised Land who were shepherds. While the shepherd was minding his flock, if he dozed off, his sheep would do the wandering for him. There you go. There are many exercises in the magazine, most of which you can do while staying in the sitting position—exactly the kind of fitness program I was looking for. Here are my favorites, and these are all actual exercises. The first is called alternate nostril breathing. First, “hold your right thumb over your right nostril...then release the right nostril and plug it with your

pinkie.” I figured I’d give that a try, but my wife came in the room and caught me with my finger up my nose. One yoga teacher advocates “holding your ears down with two fingers and gently pulling them away from your head at a 45-degree angle.” My wife caught me doing this, also, and told me to go back to picking my nose. Another meditation guru suggests hiding your cell phone to achieve some peace. I don’t need to do this, because I can never find it, anyway. And finally, “Plant a seed, water it daily and expose it to daylight. Then enjoy the beauty you will behold.” I tried that with grass seed. We still have the worst lawn in the neighborhood. I’m going to meditate on that.

Dick Wolfsie lives in Indianapolis with his wife of 33 years. Dick is usually in the basement trying to think up something funny to write. He can be reached at: [email protected].

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That we represent one of the best places to live in the Midwest, with the most genuine folks, goes without saying. But I’ll say it anyway. Whether you’ve just joined our community, or been part of the fabric for your entire lifespan, some common, (occasionally annoying, frequently hilarious) threads link us all. So, regardless of all the recent elections that caused much chafing, chapping, and emotional blistering, we all still live here. We are far more alike, than we are different. Love your neighbor, and your ‘hood, after all, it’s pretty great! And, now, those top ten dead-giveaways that you are a resident of Indiana’s best county: 1. You feel pure exhilaration & freedom when driving on new sections of Ronald Reagan Pkwy., and you have some official documentation to prove it. 2. You harbor at least some level of animosity for neighboring towns. 3. You’re deeply conflicted if you identify as a suburban, rural, or small town resident. 4. You secretly snicker at your friends from Hamilton County for their tax rates, roundabout utopias, and traffic congestion. 5. Your guilty pleasure is perusing the various Chatter pages, and relishing your superior grasp of grammar, ethics, and critical thinking. 6. You wage a daily, passionate inner battle of old school traditions, and new school ideas. 7. You really love your HOA’s ability to kick that decrepit RV off your neighbor’s lawn, but you display the defiant streak of a boarding school urchin when denied your favorite shade of roofing shingle. 8. You time the seasons by the passage of fairs and festivals. Without them you’d be hopelessly disoriented. After all, the weather around here is no indication. 9. You’re convinced Rockville Rd. traffic is a work of the devil, and the DOT are his minions. 10. You’re more likely to stop at a roundabout, and cruise cautiously through a four way stop. Yep, these are the people in my neighborhood! They are the best! Stay awesome Hendricks County!

Kristin Ferklic resides in Brownsburg, is happily married to a police officer and is the mother of three highly-spirited children. Email: [email protected]

Cockfighting Bust. On May 9, police and members of the Indiana Gaming Commission raided a property in Avon for a suspected cockfighting ring. Around 150 birds were removed from the property and taken to a safe shelter, according to the commission. The case is under investigation and may be connected to another suspected ring in Waveland where 600 birds were seized. Saying Goodbye: In July, St. Malachy Catholic Church in Brownsburg will lose two of its favored priests. Father Vince Lampert (known for his engaging homilies and exorcism expertise) will become pastor of St. Michael, Brookville and St. Peter in Franklin County. The popular Father Douglas Hunter will move to St. Roch, Indianapolis. Parishioners gave an audible gasp when the changes were announced during Mass. Campaign sign vandalism: Just days before voters approved the $9.5 million referendum for Avon Community Schools, several campaign signs supporting the tax hike were stolen or marked up with “Vote No” in marker. The incident was reported to police but there are no suspects. The whole thing feels very middle school.

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Farmers markets back in season Locally grown fresh produce will be ripe for the picking this June when farmers markets in Avon, Brownsburg and Plainfield reopen for the summer. But if you can’t wait until June to get your hands on some fresh veggies, tasty baked goods or hand-made crafts, then head to Danville where the market is already up and running. For a complete schedule of Hendricks County farmers markets, see dates below:: Avon Farmers Market Tuesdays, 4 – 7 p.m. | June 5 – September Hendricks Regional Health parking lot, 8422 E. U.S. Hwy. 36 Town of Brownsburg Farmers Market Thursdays, 4 – 7 p.m. | June 7– Sept. 6 Brownsburg Town Hall Green, 61 N. Green Street

Church to celebrate 60 years, honor founders Brownsburg Apostolic Church, located at 621 S. Locust Ln., Brownsburg, will celebrate 60 years of ministry and community service in Hendricks County on June 2-3. The church’s new pastor, Rev. J.D. Ogle, said it will honor founders Rev. James Jones and the late Rev. C.R. Jenkins on Sunday, June 3, at 10 a.m. The commemoration will include keynote speaker Rev. Robert Rodenbush, a long-time global missionary. Refreshments will follow and the community is welcome to attend. There will also be a sing inspirational and guest evangelist on Saturday, June 2, beginning at 6 p.m. For more information, call (317) 852-2418.

EVENTScalendar May 19-20 Sat, Sun______________ Mayberry in the Midwest When: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Where: Danville’s Courthouse Square | The festivites kick off on Saturday with a Mayberry themed parade and continue with a free stage show

Local photo club to get first exhibition at Plainfield library The Hendricks County Photography Club (HCPC) will hold its first ever exhibition beginning Sunday, June 10th at the PlainfieldGuildford Township Public Library, 1120 Stafford Rd, and will continue to the end of July. Founded in 2017, the club is made up of local amateur and professional photographers of every skill level. A reception for the exhibition will take place 2-4 p.m. on Sunday, June 10th at the library. For more information about HCPC, email Silvia Schneirov at [email protected]. of zany antics by Andy Griffith Show Tribute Artists. Includes contests, free music acts, free Opie’s World Kids Zone, arts and crafts vendors. For complete schedule, check out Mayberry in the Midwest on Facebook.

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The Children’s Ballet studio will present “The Golden Cuckoo” May 24 and 26 at the Danville Community High School auditorium, 100 Warrior Way. The fully-staged production made up of dancers aged 3-18 will run on Thursday, May 24, at 6:30 p.m. and Saturday, May 26, at 2 p.m. “The Golden Cuckoo” is a story about a group of toys seeking their friend who has been taken by a team of burglars to the castle of a queen bird. Tickets are on sale now at thechildrensballet.com: $10 for adults and $5 for children and students.

The 2018 Historic National Road Yard Sale will run May 30 – June 3, from dusk to dawn, at various locations along the Historic National Road US 40. The 824-mile sale celebrates this historic by-way, giving communities the opportunity to host festivals and other community events. Many individuals and vendors are expected to set up with an assortment of roadside treasures including antiques and furniture, housewares, collectables, and in a few locations be able to purchase Amish treats along the route. For more information, check out Facebook or contact an event coordinator at (765) 987-7565.

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Friday Fest Summer Kickoff Concert and Festival When: 4-8 p.m. Where: Brownsburg Town Hall Green, 61 N Green St. | Live music from Dream Chief (electro-pop) and other popular Indianapolis-based performers. Includes carnival games, inflatable playground, and food from local vendors. For more information, call (317) 858-6069.

Movies in Town Square When: 9-11 p.m. Where: Shops at Perry Crossing, 2499 Perry Crossing Way, Plainfield | Outdoor family film series recurring weekly on Thursdays now through June 28. Admission is free and guests can bring chairs and blankets for the lawn area in Town Square. Pre-movie fun at 7 p.m. and movies begin at dark. For more information, call (317) 203-4555.

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AN OPTION Brickyard Crossing Smokehouse My son-in-law, a member at the Brickyard Crossing, told me the Smokehouse was reopening with a new menu and renovations including the historic Flag Room, a perfect backdrop to invite our two Hendricks County 500 Festival Princesses to assist in the foodie experience. Abby Zielinski and Stephanie Forsythe have been busy with all things Indy 500—community events and leadership seminars, not to mention college finals. After a morning leadership seminar, the ladies had arrived hungry to the Smokehouse. With Chef Larry Stoop’s suggestions, we ordered the BBQ Chicken Pizza with bacon, Beef Brisket sandwich, Pork Duo and half rack ribs plus sides of smoked bacon Mac ‘n Cheese, beer battered

onion rings, French fries and Cranberry Cole Slaw. We started with the pizza, then paired off with the sandwiches and finished savoring the Ribs. Everything was full flavor and delicious. It was a first for all of us to have Cranberry Cole Slaw, and we enjoyed the addition of flavor and color. Needless to say, our Princesses didn’t leave hungry and they headed out to another fun 500 Festival community event. I believe I heard one of the ladies say she was going to roll out to her car!

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What comes to mind when you think of microneedling? Some say acupuncture of the face or the Kardashians. My answer? Minimal downtime with major results. As a medical aesthetician for almost 12 years, I have worked with all kinds of treatments from chemical peels to lasers to now microneedling. I believe in a synergistic approach, with a combination of treatments and skincare. Over the years I’ve had many patients come to me with concerns about skin texture (pore size, texture from past breakouts, etc.) and while I’ve seen improvement, I still have felt there was room for much more without undergoing a major treatment such as CO2 or fractional resurfacing. Enter microneedling. It’s been around for over a decade but has just recently gained major exposure as celebrities (Kardashians, Real Housewives, etc.) and influencers post their before and after images,

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By Karl Zimmer

Most people I know, whether they profess to be religious or not, do have a sense of faith. For the religious, their faith may be grounded in Christianity or a more specific denomination, such as Catholicism, or perhaps in the Jewish tradition, or in some of the branches of Islam. Others may identify as spiritual rather than religious. What they all have in common, is faith and a belief in a power higher than the human self. Most faithful believe in some way that certain things are “meant” to happen, that they are matters of fate. Even in non-traditional beliefs, there is a sense that certain things if not all things happen because they are predestined. Whether due to the Universal Life Force, God’s will, the alignment of the stars and planets, or any other force, it is beyond the control of the human condition and the power of us mere mortals. And then we come to the matter of choice. How does choice enter in to our lives if all is predestined, aligned with the stars, or God’s will? What if it is all part of the same? What if, in the genius of this world’s creation, regardless of what power that was, all elements are in perfect alignment with each other and there is no separation? What if we could or would look at everything that happens, regardless of why something happens, as perfect? Whether by faith, by fate, or by choice, what if you believed that

everything was simply as it should be? How would that change the way you looked at your world and the world around you? Maybe, just maybe, when we have faith in a higher power, all that happens is perfect. Maybe when things happen because they are predestined, all is perfect. And maybe, just maybe, when we, ourselves, choose to create events in our lives, to create the realization of dreams and attainment of goals, to determine our own journeys through life, then what we accomplish is perfect, as well. Next time someone in front of you is driving slowly and you feel yourself getting frustrated, perhaps you could wonder if avoiding an accident is part of the perfection you are meant to experience. Perhaps the next time something does not go your way, you could see that as perfect for you to experience, whether you know why in that moment or not. And next time you feel that someone is unkind to you, perhaps you can have compassion for whatever they may be going through and wish them well. And maybe, just maybe, someone will return the perfect kindness at the perfect time, for you. How cool is that? Karl Zimmer IIIis an author, speaker, and Board Certified Hypnotist. His company, Zimmer Success Group (Z-Success.com), isin Plainfield. Information provided is for informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition or illness.

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Strokes: know the signs and symptoms ASK THE EXPERT

By Jenae Chamberlain

May is National Stroke Awareness Month. IU Health West Stroke Coordinator Jenae Chamberlain, RN, offers these tips to recognize and act appropriately if you or a loved one might be experiencing a stroke. What is a stroke? A stroke occurs when a blood vessel carrying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is either blocked by a clot or bursts. When that happens, part of the brain cannot get the blood and oxygen it needs, which results in brain cells beginning to die. According to the American Stroke Association, stroke is the No. 5 cause of death and a leading cause of disability in the United States. What are signs of a stroke? Signs of a stroke range widely depending upon the age of the patient, existing conditions and basic temperament. When in doubt, use the acronym F.A.S.T.: Facial drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 9-1-1. Minor symptoms that are sometimes

ignored include facial numbness, tongue numbness, sudden onset of a headache, loss of balance, vision changes, and sudden confusion, trouble speaking or understanding speech. What should I do if I think I’m having a stroke? If you think you’re having a stroke, call 9-1-1 and go to an emergency room right away. Do not try to drive yourself or a loved one to the hospital. First responders can start the treatment process while in the ambulance, saving valuable time before arriving to the emergency department. The best treatment for stroke is rapid intervention, and immediate treatment can help minimize the long-term effects of a stroke and may even prevent death.

Jenae Chamberlain is a registered nurse and stroke coordinator at IU Health West Hospital

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When to go to the ER HEALTH

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When experiencing a situation that requires medical attention, there are three destinations to visit for treatment: an urgent care center, a primary care office or an emergency department. Each of these options has its own advantages and disadvantages, which, based off the severity on the situation could make one a more suitable option than the others. The first factor to take into account is the time of day. Of the three options, emergency departments are the only places with guaranteed 24/7 operating hours. So, at 2 a.m. the chances are that an emergency department will be the only open treatment facility. The second factor to consider is the duration of the symptoms. If it is more of an ongoing or chronic issue, then the smart option is most likely a primary care office. At a primary care office, the doctor will be someone who is familiar with the patient and their situation and will be able to provide the most consistent treatment. The final factor to consider is the severity of the illness or injury. This can be challenging to assess but if it appears to be something minor like a sprained ankle or an upper respiratory tract infection, an urgent

care would be an appropriate place to seek care. Of course, an emergency department can handle all of these situations but it will come with a higher charge and possibly a longer wait, depending on the acuity of the other patients there. Having said that, certain symptoms almost always merit a trip to the emergency department. Unusual chest pains, especially when accompanied by a family or personal history of heart disease should always be handled by the E.R. In fact, patients who visit an urgent care facility who are suffering from chest pain will be quickly transferred to the emergency department for further evaluation. Another life-threatening symptom that requires the care of the emergency department is unusual shortness of breath, especially if it is abrupt in onset. A third worrisome problem that almost always requires a visit to the emergency department is a loss of consciousness. If someone loses consciousness and doesn’t rapidly regain their full capacities, 911 should be called. Even if consciousness is regained in short order, a visit to the E.R. for further evaluation is warranted. The above three medical problems are not an all-inclusive list of things that would mandate a trip to the E.R. Your health and safety are our utmost concerns, and should

a patient suffer from a worrisome health scare they should seek care immediately. We at Hendricks are always happy to see you whether it be in our award-winning E.R., our fast and friendly Urgent Care or in the offices of our kind and caring Primary Care Providers.

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