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Cardiology Austin Heart Associates 1005 W. San Antonio St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 206-3600 www.austinheart.com

Robert M. Mingea, III, MD, 209 S. Church St., (512) 504-0860 Steven T. Minor, MD, 300 S. Colorado, Ste. A, (512) 206-4300 Mohamad Zeineddin, MD 1009 W. San Antonio St., (512) 324-9250

Chiropractic Chisholm Trail Clinic of Chiropractic Dr. Ronald Peterson 731 S. Colorado St. Lockhart TX 78644 (512) 668-4163 www.chisholmclinic.com

Located in Luling, 50 miles southeast of Austin, Seton Edgar B. Davis Hospital is a general acute care facility committed to providing quality inpatient and outpatient services for residents of Caldwell and surrounding counties.

The hospital offers 24-hour emergency, plus comprehensive diagnostic and treatment services, health education and wellness programs.

Seton Edgar B. Davis is one of 25 hospitals in the state and the only hospital in the region to receive the Quality Improvement Achievement Award from Texas Medical Foundation Health Quality Institute. In addition, the facility received the coveted “Nurse-Friendly” designation from the Texas Nurses Association.

Seton Edgar B. Davis joined only 31 hospitals across the state to earn this elite honor.

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Community Health Services Community Action 901 Bois Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arc St., (512) 398-4420 Seton Specialty Clinic, 209 S. Church St, (512) 376-2016

Primary Health Care Program 1710 S Colorado St., Ste. 12, (512) 398-2532

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Bluebonnet Trails MHMR 201 N. Main St., (512) 398-9610 Caldwell County Work Activity Center Seton Lockhart Family 201 N. Main St., (512) 398-9610 Health Center 300 S. Colorado St. Ste. A, Caroline B. Carter, MD Lockhart, (512) 376-9690 1009 W. San Antonio St., (512) 376-5247 Connie C. Conrad, LCSW www.seton.net 148 Santa Rita Rd., (512) 601-3113 Melissa M. Contreras LPC Community Health Services, 1710 S Colorado St., Ste. 115, (512) 398-3494 1022 State Park Rd., (512) 398-6833

Counseling & Mental Health Jill Flores, LPC 5 Professional Plaza, (512) 376-7200 David Kelley, PHD 215 Bufkin Ln, (512) 398-4896 Plum Creek Counseling 1505 S. Main St. Ste. 1004, (512) 398-7586 Claudia C. Shroyer, LPC, 1882 FM 1185, (512) 376-6601

ENT/Allergist Mark Dammert, MD 1180 Seton Pkwy., Ste. 420, (512) 949-3661

Michael J. Yium, MD 1005 W. San Antonio St. Ste. A, (512) 454-0392

Family Medicine & General Practice Randall W. Kirtley, MD 300 S. Commerce, Suite B Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 398-2331

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Community Action helps patients navigate breast cancer All too often, the very thought of a diagnosis of “breast cancer” is enough to knock women on their ears. The fear of the diagnosis, and the feeling of helplessness is sometimes too much to bear.

Fear keeps women not only from seeking treatment, but from seeking the very diagnostic care that could lead them to life-saving measures.

Community Action, Inc., has a way to help.

Since 2004, funding provided by the Austin Affiliate of the Susan G. Komen Foundation has allowed Community Action, Inc., to expand their community-based programs to include “navigators:” advocates that provide assistance, support and advice from the first moments of diagnosis until the words “Cancer Free.”

Community Action, Inc., has put a Navigation Team in place in Caldwell County with the mission of reducing the amount of time it takes for uninsured or under-insured women to move through the process of breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, beginning with diagnostic mammograms and ending with the recommended treatment.

Within 10 days of the initial referral to Community Action, nearly all women are referred to a funding source. Funding is available for everything from diagnostic treatment to transportation assistance, and everything in between.

Every step of the way, Navigators are on hand to provide emotional support, advice and treatment recommendations, with the assistance of a team of doctors, nurses, radiologists and other medical providers.

Community Action, Inc. of Central Texas has been an established Texas Breast and Cervical Cancer Services (BCCS) Provider through its multiple clinic sites since 1986. Since 2004, funding from the Austin Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure has allowed CAI’s community based program to expand

these services to utilize a model proven and recognized to provide effective and comprehensive breast cancer patient navigation throughout the wide continuum of breast health care.

Community Action’s Patient Navigation Team guides women through breast diagnostics to reach resolution within 30 days. Women are referred to Community Action at any point throughout this continuum of care. Di-

agnostics include clinical breast exams, diagnostic mammograms and ultrasounds, surgeon consultations and biopsies.

Services provided by Navigators include: Transportation to medical appointments, or gas vouchers to help pay for travel; interpretation at medical appointments; financial assistance for rent and bills, if available or referrals to established community assistance programs; referrals to cancer organizations; appointment scheduling and follow up to missed appointments; education regarding treatment; and childcare assistance during treatment.

In addition, Navigators help breast cancer patients find the words to communicate with their families and caregivers regarding their needs, their fears and their diagnosis. In many cases, this part of the Navigation process is the most valuable – as mysterious as a cancer diagnosis is for a patient, the family often has even more questions and concerns.

After the initial diagnosis, Navigators stand beside their patients and their families throughout the process of treatment, including surgeries, chemotherapy and radiation, and aftercare.

Working in conjunction with Community Action, Inc., Lockhart Community Health Services provides access to Navigators, as well as other services for early detection and treatment of breast cancer. For more information, call (512) 398-3494 or visit www.communityaction.com.

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Seton Family Health Services 300 S. Colorado, Ste. B, Lockhart, Texas, 78644 (512) 376-9690 www.seton.net

Fitness & Personal Training Camp Gladiator 619 N. Colorado St., (512) 227-6959 Curves for Women 1024 State Park Rd., (512) 398-9000

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Fitness/Personal Training Go Green Fitness 1006 State Park Rd., (512) 905-8652 SNAP Fitness 605 State Park Rd., (512) 398-2454

Gastroenterology Carlos A. Neghme 1505 S. Main St., (512) 376-2999

Lockhart Smile Center Ai R. Perrard, DDS 308 S. Main St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 398-6122 www.lockhartsmilecenter.com Dr. Angela Mathew, DDS 711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 Plum Creek Dental Group 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 398-5755 www.plumcreekdental.com

General Dentistry

Rebecca Schneider, DDS, MS 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 Pamee Shah, DDS Jeffrey Ault, DDS, MS 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 Lew W. White, DDS Malcolm R. Berg, DMD, MBA 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 1007 W. San Antonio St., (512) 398-3123 Crossroads Dental Group 409 E. Crockett St., (830) 875-3521

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DDS Dentures and Dental Services 5695 Kyle Parkway, Suite 250 Kyle, Texas 78640 (512) 268-0333 www.kyledentures.com

Austin OB/GYN 1711 S.â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Colorado, Suite E Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 445-4800 www.AustinOB.com

Elie El Hage, DDS Lance LeDoux, MD 1711 S. Colorado St., Suite D, (512) 398-5755 1711C S. Colorado St., (512) 398-7200

Hematology

Gail Gardner Livengood, DDS 701 State Park Rd. Lockhart, Texas 78644 Boone W. Goodgame, MD (512) 398-3429 209 S. Church St., (512) 376-2183

Your Guide to Seton Care in Caldwell County Seton Edgar B. Davis Hospital 130 Hays Street Luling, TX 78648 Phone 830-875-7000

Outpatient Services (Located in Seton Edgar B. Davis Hospital) • Diagnostic Imaging • Laboratory • Digital Mammography • Cardiopulmonary Services • Seton Heritage Program

Seton Family Of Doctors Internal Medicine Renu Mohandas, MD Arjun Mohandas, MD 209 S. Church Street, Suite A Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-376-5562 Phone 512-376-2999 Family Medicine Jamilla, Stone, MD 130 Hays St., Suite D Luling, TX 78648 Fax 512-398-6261 Phone 512-376-2016 Randall Kirtley, MD 300 S. Commerce, Suite B Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-398-9602 Phone 512-398-2331

Surgery Marty W. Shields, MD 130 Hays St., Suite D Luling, TX 78648 Fax 830-875-7072 Phone 830-875-7074

Children’s CARE-A-VAN

Seton Lockhart Family Health Center Primary Care 300 S. Colorado, Suite D Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-398-2007 Phone 512-398-2022 Pediatrics Rebecca Kim, MD 300 S. Colorado, Suite C Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-398-1942 Phone 512-376-9690 David Needham, MD 300 S. Colorado, Suite B Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-398-9663 Phone 512-376-9690 Walk-in Clinic 300 S. Colorado, Suite A Lockhart, TX 78644 Fax 512-398-3755 Phone 512-376-9690 8:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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Seton Luling Family Medicine Clinic Mara Tittler, APN 130 Hays Street, Suite B (Located on the Seton Edgar B. Davis Campus) Luling, TX 78648

Our Children’s CARE-A-VAN is a full-service mobile health unit that brings health care services directly to children in schools and other community locations. For appointments, call 512-738-0625.

Schedule Tuesdays 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Prairie Lea Baptist Church Wednesdays 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Carver Kindergarten, Lockhart Thursdays 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Cottonseed Cafe & Deli, Martindale Fridays 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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Groups, therapy available for substance abuse In Caldwell County, as in places throughout the United States, substance abuse and addiction is a problem that residents face. Too often, those battling an addiction don’t know where to turn.

Under the blanket of the Texas Department of State Health Services, Caldwell County residents have access to the Outreach, Screening, Assessment and Referral (OSAR) program.

This free program, funded by DSHS, provides confidential alcohol and drug screenings, and assessments, referrals for state-funded inpatient and outpatient drug and alcohol treatment, brief interventions, which include motivational counseling, education and support, and case management for clients who need assistance in accessing supportive services.

All Texas residents who are seeking substance abuse services and information may qualify for OSAR assistance. Many insurance policies cover substance abuse treatment, and help is available through Bluebonnet Trails Community Services for those who need further assistance.

After the assessment is complete, patients may have access to a variety of recovery programs, including inpatient and outpatient programs throughout Central Texas.

For adolescents, the Bluebonnet Trails Recovery program serves is available for those between the ages of 13 and 17 and their families, who are actively experiencing substance abuse problems. The program goal is to help teens develop and practice “Real Life Skills” that can improve their understanding of the negative impact of their substance use and motivate them to decrease usage.

Additionally, area Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Services for adults have also recently become available through Bluebonnet Trails.

The outpatient program provides an individualized focus within a program structure. Each client receives highly individualized treatment provided by licensed substance abuse counselors. The Bluebonnet Trails Recovery transitional program offers Intensive, Supportive and Aftercare treatment options, which provides a solid step-down from each level of care to ensure continued support and to promote long-term recovery.

To schedule an appointment with OSAR please call (512) 244-8444 or 1 (800) 841-1255. Assessments are generally provided at offices in Travis, Williamson, Bell, Brazos, Burnet and Bastrop counties, but arrangements can be made for assessments in other counties, if needed.

For those who prefer a group approach to maintaining their sobriety,

there are several options for 12-step meetings available in Lockhart.

Each evening, from Monday – Sunday, a AA group meets at 906 Mimosa, in Lockhart.

Additionally, a separate AA group meets at 1011B W. San Antonio, providing a variety of open and closed meetings. For information and a schedule, contact Steve at (512) 5176054 or Travis at (512) 784-6940.

In Luling, AA meets on Monday and Thursday nights at 8 p.m. at 301 S. Walnut.

The Conscious Contact Narcotics Anonymous Group meets at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 118 N. Church St., in Lockhart, every Thursday at 8 p.m.

Finally, family members who are impacted by a loved one’s addiction are welcome at Al-Anon meetings, every Monday at 7 p.m. at the Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 118 N. Church St., in Lockhart.

Internal Medicine Arjun Mohandas, MD 209 S. Church, (512) 376-2999 Renu Mohandas, MD 209 S. Church St., (512) 376-2999 Seton Internal Medicine 209 S. Church St., Suite A Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 376-2999 www.seton.net

Massage/Physical Therapy Sarah Bush 257 S. Commerce St., (512) 398-2045 Denise Meredith-Clark, NCTMB Mobile Service, (512) 995-0972 Myochanics 1013 W. San Antonio, (512) 376-2877 Physical Therapy & Rehab Concepts 915 Texas Highway 80 San Marcos, Texas 78666 (512) 353-4575 www.ptrc-tx.com

Rebeccas Revive Therapy Reflexology hand/feet, Pregnancy massage, Lomi Lomi, Lymph drainage massage, Chair massage, Trigger point, shiatsu Orthopedic Rehabilitation massage, stress reduction Relaxation massage and Deep Tissue 30 min. massage. . . . . . . . .$35

Stretching Therapeutic Chiropractic massage, Sport massage 30 min. massage. . . . . . . . .$40 60 min. massage. . . . . . . . .$70

60 min. massage. . . . . . . . .$60

Facial massage 15 min. . . . $20

90 min. massage. . . . . . . . .$90

Hot Stone massage $120

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Midwifery

Debra Day 7812 Nairn Dr. (512) 673-0040 Rebecca’s Revive Therapy Family-Center Midwifery Services, Rebecca Adair-Candelaria 7002 Manchaca, (512) 924-8265 1015 W. San Antonio St. Joyful Beginnings Birth Care, 165 E. Faust Ave., (830) 832-6866 Ste. B Sisters Midwifery Lockhart Texas 78644 5609 Woodrow Ave., (512) 809-3132 (512) 557-0782 Wholistic Midwifery 948 Sycamore St., (512) 757-0967 Riverbend Day Spa Womblove Birth Services, 163 Riverbend Ln. (512) 357-2654 5195 Old Colony Line Rd., (512) 227-0292 Gail Tempkin, LMT 4599 Old Colony Line Rd., (512) 351-5538

Offering the following services: • Comprehensive New Pa ent Exams • Periodontal Disease Screening and Treatment • Professional Teeth Cleanings • Tooth­colored Composite Fillings • Root Canal Therapy • Extrac ons • Crowns & Bridges • Professional Breath Management • TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Disorder) • Inlays & Onlays • Porcelain Veneers • Teeth Bleaching • Clear Braces • Orthodon cs ­ (Tradi onal Braces, Clear Braces, and Six Month Smiles) • Oral Cancer Screening • Implants • Oral Seda on • Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas)

Dr. Ai M. Perrard 308 South Main Street Lockhart, TX 78644 Contact (512) 398­6122 phone (512) 398­2303 fax Office Hours Monday ­ Thursday 8:30am ­ 5:00pm Friday by Appointment

Nephrology Andrew Alpar, MD 209 S. Church St. (512) 485-7870 Annalisa B. Perez, MD 300 S. Colorado St, Ste. C, (512) 376-3377 Helen J. Maidment, MD 300 Colorado St. Ste. C, (512) 376-3377 Paul C. Nader, MD 300 S. Colorado St. Ste. C, (512) 376-3377

Nursing/Rehab 1017 Bois Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Arc, LLC 1017 Bois Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Arc St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 620-0900 www.txarr.com Chisolm Trail Nursing & Rehab 107 N. Medina St. (512) 398-5213 Golden Age Home 1505 S. Main St., (512) 398-2421 Hays Nursing & Rehab 1900 Medical Parkway, (512) 396-1888 Parkview Nursing & Rehab 1501 S. Main St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 398-2362 www.parkviewnursingandrehab.net

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Regent Care Center 1351 Sadler Dr. San Marcos, Texas 78666 (512) 805-5000 www.regentcare.biz

Residents live independently in our beautiful apartments and come and go as they please Designed for those that need extra help in their day-to-day activities but do not require 24-hr nursing care High quality home style cooking with three daily meals Assistance with bathing, laundry, and medication available (512) 398-2421 1505 South Main Street Lockhart www.goldenagehome.com License #000767

Warm Springs Rehab (outpatient) 300 S. Commerce, (512) 398-5639 Warm Springs Rehab (residential 200 Memorial Dr., (830) 875-8400

Oncology Chandra Malini Dondapati, DO 209 S. Church St., (512) 376-2016

Care-A-Van keeps local kids healthy Care-a-Van Schedule Tuesday Prairie Lea Baptist Church 400 Main Prairie Lea, TX 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The Children's Care-a-Van is a fullservice mobile health unit that brings healthcare services directly to children in schools and other community locations. The Care-a-Van, actually a specially outfitted recreational vehicle, offers affordable health care for children ages newborn through 21.

The Care-a-Van provide treatment for minor illnesses, well child exams, immunizations, chronic illness management, sports physicals and social services including CHIP assistance.

The Care-a-Van is open year-round to provide health care for area children. Walk-ins are accepted, but appointments are strongly encouraged to reduce wait times. Contact the Children's Care-a-Van at (512) 7380625 or toll free (866) 376-9690. The Care-a-Van is a service of Seton Lockhart in cooperation with Dell Children's Medical Center of Central Texas. To make a donation to the Care-a-Van, visit www.setonfund.org.

For more information or to send a donation through the mail, visit:

Wednesday Carver Kindergarten 371 Carver St. Lockhart, TX 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Thursday Cedar Creek Intermediate School 151 Voss Parkway Cedar Creek, TX 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Children's Care-a-Van 300 S. Colorado, Ste B Lockhart, TX 78644 (512) 738-0625 (ph) (512) 380-7528 (fax)

Friday Luling ISD 212 E. Bowie Luling, TX 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Services for the Children's Care-aVan are based on a sliding scale fee.

The maximum fee per visit is $20 for uninsured patients. Medicine and onsite laboratory tests are provided at no charge. If necessary, X-rays and other diagnostic tests are arranged at Seton Edgar B. Davis in Luling.

Oncology Texas Oncology 1305 Wonder World Dr., Suite 209, San Marcos, Texas 78666 (512) 396-5199 www.texasoncology.com

Optometry and Opthalmology Central Texas Eye Center 1300 Wonder World Dr., (512) 353-1300

David O. Peters OD, 600 S. Colorado St., (512) 398-2020 Texas State Optical 1001 W. San Antonio St., (512) 398-7600

Orthopedic Surgery Dean Chen, MD 1009 W. San Antonio St., (512) 326-2800 Amanda Ivy, MD 1711C S. Colorado, (512) 398-7200 Gordon P. Marshall, MD 1005 W. San Antonio St., (512) 326-2800 Stephen D. Rose, MD 1005 W. San Antonio St., (512) 326-2800

Providing Family Medical Care for Everyone Over Age 2 At Lockhart Family Medicine, we take great pride in the care and attention we provide our patients. Our team of dedicated professionals is committed to remaining on the leading edge of medical care, technology, and the most state-of-the-art procedures because your health is our primary concern. Our office has specialty-trained family physicians and a board-certified Physician Assistant to take care of all your healthcare needs.

1009 W. San Antonio St. • Lockhart, Texas 78644 Phone: 512­376­5247 Office Hours Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM Amanda Kerr, P.A.­C Barbara Bolek, P.A.­C Barton J. Romanek, MD

Kimberly M. Wheeler, MD

Pediatrics Rebecca N. Kim, MD 300 S. Colorado St, Ste. C, (512) 376-9690 David Needham, MD 300 S. Colorado St, Ste. B, (512) 376-9690 Terri Anne Russell, MD 1105 Medina St. Lockhart, Texas 78644 (512) 376-9700

Pharmacy HEB Pharmacy 403 S. Colorado St., (512) 398-2364

Wal-Mart Pharmacy 1703 S. Colorado, (512) 398-2364 Walgreens Pharmacy 200 S. Colorado St., (512) 398-2920 Westyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Pharmacy, Inc. 113 S. Main St., (512) 398-2114

Podiatry San Marcos Foot & Ankle Center 1305 Wonder World Dr., Ste. 304 San Marcos, Texas 78666 (512) 396-0808 www.SMFAC.com

PTRC. . . . where healing and friendship come together Here at PTRC we believe that every patient is special and deserves the best care we can give them. That is what we strive for every day. Our owners are the therapists and your outcomes mean so much to them. We can treat all kinds of injuries and illnesses and we take Medicare and most all of the current plans available today.

Our friendly and helpful staff are ready to answer any questions, check your benefits, and make your appointments in a timely manner.

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Podiatry

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Teresa Quebedeaux, DPM 300 S. Colorado St., (512) 376-3377

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Indigent Health program serves those who need it most As mandated by the State of Texas, in the use of the Indigent Health Care digent Health Care program is seen by their primary doctor twice annuCaldwell County provides health system last year.

Each patient making use of the In- ally, or more often, as required by services for the indigent, through a their physician for partnership with the appropriate medical Seton Healthcare Famcare. Additionally, ily. navigators assist paThrough that parttients with obtaining nership, Seton manmedications, often ages the through Prescription state-mandated indiAssistance Programs gent health care promade available gram and assists through both area patients in not only hospitals, and pharnavigating the health maceutical compacare system, but also nies. in obtaining other The Indigent means of health management, resulting in a 50 percent reduction SEE NEXT PAGE

1 0 1 7 B o i s D ’A r c N L o c k h a r t , Te x a s This beautifully renovated Arts and Crafts style house is located at 1017 Bois D’Arc in the warm and friendly community of Lockhart, Texas, just 20 minutes outside of San Marcos. Two large living areas, two sitting rooms, a large front porch and a shaded, private deck all provide plenty of community areas for socializing amongst residents and their visitors. Delicious and nutritious meals are prepared daily, with the special dietary concerns of the residents in mind, and served “family-style” in the dining room. A limousine service is available for trips to the doctor, shopping and other necessities.

Each resident may personally furnish his or her own 450-square foot suite, complete with a bedroom, a sitting room, its own cable connection and a private bathroom. Private telephone and internet are also available to each Apartment Floorplan individual resident.

1017boisdarc@txarr.com • (512) 620-0900 • 1017 Bois Darc St. Facility ID# 103391

CONTINUED FROM PREVIOUS PAGE Health Care program exists separately from the bulk of Setonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s health care mission, as it is state mandated and funded through a combination of state and local funding, rather than by the Seton Family. By that state mandate, according to the Texas Department of State Health Services, counties are required to provide the following health care services, which, in Caldwell County, Seton staff helps patients to navigate: (1) primary and preventative services designed to meet the needs of the community, including: (A) immunizations; (B) medical screening services; and (C) annual physical examinations; (2) inpatient and outpatient hospital services; (3) rural health clinics; (4) laboratory and X-ray services; (5) family planning services; (6) physician services; (7) payment for not more than three prescription drugs a month; and (8) skilled nursing facility services, regardless of the patientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s age.

In addition, a series of optional services are available, based on patient need and qualifications.

Those services include: A county may elect to provide these optional health care services: (1) ambulatory surgical center services; (2) diabetic and colostomy medical supplies and equipment; (3) durable medical equipment; (4) home and community health care services; (5) social work services; (6) psychological counseling services;

(7) services provided by physician assistants, nurse practitioners, certified nurse midwives, clinical nurse specialists, and certified registered nurse anesthetists; (8) dental care; (9) vision care, including eyeglasses; (10) services provided by federally qualified health centers, as defined by 42 U.S.C. Section 1396d(l)(2)(B); (11) emergency medical services; (12) physical and occupational therapy services; and (13) any other appropriate health care service identified by department rule that may be determined to be cost-effective.

To be eligible to participate in Cald-

well Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Indigent Health Care program, one must, of course, have proof of residence in Caldwell County.

Single individuals, as well as families, are eligible for the program based on income guidelines, provided no other qualification for Medicaid exists.

Monthly income must not exceed 21 percent of the Federal Poverty Guidelines (see chart below).

For additional information on the Caldwell County Indigent Health Program, contact IHC Coordinator Amy Campos at Seton Edgar B Davis Hospital, 130 Hays St., Luling, Texas, call (830) 875-7038 or email ancampos@seton.org.

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Count on us for your medical emergency The City of Lockhart/Caldwell County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is now a proud member of the Seton Healthcare Family, a not-forprofit organization, and the leading provider of comprehensive, advanced health care services in Central Texas.

The City of Lockhart/Caldwell County EMS has provided compre-

hensive and innovative emergency medical care to the citizens of Lockhart and Caldwell County since 1987.

This commitment to excellence earned us the 1995 Texas EMS System of the Year awarded by the Texas Department of Health.

We respond to approximately 2300 calls per year, serving a population of over 25,000. Our coverage area con-

sists of the City of Lockhart and the northern two-thirds of Caldwell County bordered by Hays, Travis and Bastrop counties.

Apryl Haynes, RN, BSN, MHA Interim Director of Caldwell County, EMS Seton Healthcare Family Ahaynes@seton.org

Lockhart Internal Medicine 209 S. Church St. â&#x20AC;˘ Suite B â&#x20AC;˘ Lockhart (512) 376-2999

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WIC helps feed families in need The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a health and nutrition program with a successful record for improving the diet of infants, children, and pregnant, postpartum and breastfeeding women who are at risk for nutrition-related illness. The main focus of the WIC program is to educate parents/caregivers on the proper nutrition for babies and young children. In addition to nutrition education, WIC clients also receive breastfeeding support and education, supplemental WIC foods, and referrals to other health and social services.

To apply for WIC, a mother must schedule an appointment at the Lockhart clinic, located at 1003 W. San Antonio. Caseworkers are available Mondays and Wednesdays

from 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. – 7 p.m. and on Fridays from 8 a.m. – noon.

To apply, required documents include a photo ID, proof of residency, proof of income, TANF, food stamps and Section 8 participation. Case workers can help potential recipients determine what documents are necessary to complete the application process.

To be eligible for WIC in Texas, potential recipients must either: 1. Be a pregnant woman; 2. Be a breastfeeding woman with a baby who is under 1 year old; 3. Be a woman who has had a baby within the last six months; or 4. Be a foster parent, step-parent, guardian, or parent of a child who is under the age of 5. As this adult, you can apply for WIC for the child.

For additional information, contact the Lockhart WIC Clinic at (512) 398-5411.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, WIC is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Ave. SW, Washington D.C., 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

You may also call the Texas WIC toll-free number for assistance at (800) 942-3678.

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Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation is conveniently located within the Lockhart Community. Our community based facility offers a home like environment, quiet serenity of an enclosed court yard, private and semi private rooms, full service therapy department, range of activities and an onsite beauty shop.

Our services include: 24 hour nursing care, 3 nutritious meals per day plus snacks, as well as laundry and housekeeping services.

Where you are on a Fast Track to recovery or need a place you can call home, Parkview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center has a place for you.

Once you arrive, a multidisciplinary team will be there to meet your every need. Our team of professionals will be involved in our resident centered care through regular care conferences, physician coordination and preparations for future care needs.

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Camp HeartSong helps children cope “My grief is like a river, I have to let it flow, but I myself determine just where the banks will go.”

Much like the words of this poem by Cynthia Kelley, Camp HeartSong helps children to let go of their grief and find peace and comfort with their loss.

Each summer, CTMC Hospice provides a three-day sleep-away camp for children who have suffered a significant death in their life. Children are accepted through an application process, and families are not charged for the camps, held at John Knox Ranch each June.

Camp HeartSong, Too!, an adolescent day camp, hosts teenagers aged 14-18. This camp is also a free camp to those who participate.

Camp HeartSong provides bereaved children an opportunity to freely ex-

press grief in a safe, healing yet fun environment under the guidance of Abel Rodriguez, LMSW, CTMC Hospice bereavement coordinator and Camp HeartSong co-director, through support groups and expressive arts and crafts.

Therapy During Camp • Physical therapy • Occupational therapy HeartSong, kids • Speech therapy will spend three • Outpatient therapy days and two • Home Evaluations • Weekly orthopedic visits nights, staying in Nursing one of four large • 24-hour nursing care Amenities lodges on the prop• Medications administered by • Transportation provided to nursing erty. All meals, doctors appointments/ • Wound care snacks and drinks dialysis • Trach care • Private rehab rooms will be provided.

• Intravenous therapy • Religious services • Pain management There will be one • In-house chaplain • Hospice services adult camp coun• Beauty/barber services • Long-term care • Housekeeping services selor for every five • Restorative nursing • Laundry and linen services • Respite care kids, plus a camp • Social services and • Bariatric care director. discharge planning • Scheduled outings During Camp Dietary Services • Activities for all • Certified dietary managers HeartSong, Too!, • Dietician teens will spend 1900 Medical Parkway • San Marcos • (512) 396-1888 two days particiwww.haysnursing.com

pating in group activities including sports, gaming, ropes course and arts and crafts. Camp HeartSong, Too! is a day camp only. Breakfast and lunch are provided.

While attendees enjoy regular camp activities such as swimming, arts and crafts and canoeing, they also get help coping with their grief.

They create and decorate their own face mask and learn that it is okay to take the “mask” off and let out their feelings of grief. The campers also create paper boats with messages to their loved one and release them into the river on the last day of camp in a special ceremony called “Letting Go.” This bereavement camp allows the children to share their stories with other kids who are experiencing the same type of loss.

“It’s really comforting to know that you’re not alone in this type of situation, especially at such a young age,” said Lisa Adams, Camp Director and Public Relations Coordinator with CTMC Hospice Care. “It’s amazing to see children who have lost their mother, father, sister or brother through illness or a tragic accident hugging and comforting one another.

There are no words to describe this precious moment.”

Camp HeartSong is completely funded through contributions from the CTMC employee annual Seasons of Sharing campaign. It is one of the most recognizable ways CTMC extends its mission outside of its main campus each year.

Please call (512) 754-6159 or (866) 754-6159 for more information regarding CTMC Hospice Care, Camp HeartSong, or to make a donation. You can also view www.HisTouch.com and click on Camp HeartSong.

Bluebonnet Trails helps with mental, developmenal disabilities Bluebonnet Trails Community Mental Health Mental Retardation Center (the Center) was formed in 1996 through an interlocal governmental agreement among the six counties of Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Lee and Williamson. After wellattended public hearings, and at the request of these counties, the Center was legally established as a community mental health mental retardation center in 1997 by the Texas Department of Mental Health and Mental Retardation. During September 2000, Gonzales and Guadalupe Counties joined the Center establishing the current eight-county service area in which the Center is designated by the State of Texas as the local mental health and mental retardation authority.

The Center is governed by a Board of Trustees appointed by the County Judges and Commissioners’ Courts from each of the eight counties. The Trustees work in responsible and accountable cooperation with local and state government and citizens of their counties to ensure the needs of the communities are heard and considered in the strategic planning and development for the Center. The members of the Board of Trustees volunteer their time, experience and talents during regular monthly meetings as well as during Center events and discussions with our community leaders. The Center is fortunate to have dedicated individuals to govern our Center in providing high quality,

efficient services to persons whose lives are seriously affected by mental disorders, substance abuse disorders and developmental disabilities.

Today, the Center has been renamed to Bluebonnet Trails Community Services and serves as the local mental health and mental retardation authority in eight counties with a population density of over 696,000 persons and a land mass of approximately 6,910 square miles. Center services are provided to adults with serious mental illness and chemical dependency; to children and adolescents with serious mental illness or emotional disorders, chemical dependency, autism or pervasive developmental disorders; to persons with mental retardation; and to infants and toddlers with developmental delays.

In Caldwell County, those services include: Mental Health Services for adults in Caldwell County are available through the Caldwell County Mental Health Center, located at 510 Pierce

St. in Luling, from 8 a.m.

– 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. For more information on this Center, call (830) 875-5700.

Mental Health Services for children and adolescents are also available through the Caldwell County Mental Health Center, located at 510 Pierce Street in Luling.

Services to individuals with developmental disabilities in Caldwell County are available through the Caldwell County Developmental Disabilities Center, which will be located on Highway 183 south of WalMart in Lockhart. The Center is open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday. For information about these programs, call (512) 398-9610.

Services to infants (0-3) who have a significant developmental delay and/or a medical diagnosis that has a high probability of resulting in a delay are available through the early childhood intervention program known as PRIDE (Parent Resources for Infant Developmental Enrichment). The PRIDE program is located at 275 Jackson St., in Bastrop. The Center is open from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday – Friday, and can be reached at (512) 581-7745.

The Bluebonnet Trails Autism Program (BTAP) implements a family centered approach to teaching individuals skills they need to succeed at home, school and the community. Inhome and community services are offered in Bastrop, Burnet, Caldwell, Fayette, Guadalupe, Lee and Williamson Counties. For more information, please call (512) 321-7621.

Announces it new Lockhart location at Live Oak Health Partners

Dr. Steve Minor

Dr. Faisal Syed

Live Oak Health Partners 1711 South Colorado Street, Unit C • Lockhart Dr. Steve Minor will be in Lockhart to see pa ents by appointment on Mondays and Thursday a ernoons.

Dr. Faisal Syed will be in Lockhart on Tuesday mornings by appointment

Anthony Cedrone, M.D.

Aus n Heart is excited to announce the addi on of Dr. Anthony Cedrone to the San Marcos office.

Anthony Cedrone, M.D. joined the San Marcos office in August 2014. He received his medical degree from the State University of New York Down­ state Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY and served his internship and resi­ dency in Internal Medicine at North Shore University Hospital. Dr. Cedrone completed his fellowship in Interven onal Cardiology from North Shore Long Island Jewish Health System in Manhasset, NY. His areas of special interest include peripheral arterial disease and structural heart disease.

He is Board Cer fied in Cardiovascular Diseases, Echocardiography, Nuclear Cardiology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Cedrone enjoys spending me with his family and playing golf.

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