Affinia Healthcare is partnering with youth artist Symone Chatman to display her artistic talent at the health center’s Biddle, Lemp and new Ferguson locations.
“Symone has talented hands and a talented mind,” said Takisha Lovelace, Affinia Healthcare vice president and chief operating officer.
“It’s a joy to be able to share this with our patients and our staff.”
Chatman, a 9-year-old artist, was noticed by Shanieka Curry, Affinia Healthcare patient portal liaison who later brought the artwork to the attention of management.
“Our leadership team agreed to add her work to our spaces, complementing children’s artwork that already brightens our halls and exam rooms,” Curry said
“It’s a demonstration of how Affinia Healthcare continues to invest in our community, creating a platform that extends beyond healthcare services to foster a sense of community pride and connection.”
Chatman provided Affinia Healthcare with nine original pieces and hopes her artwork inspires patients and staff members who see them.
“I want those who view my work to feel excited about what they see,” said Chatman.
The artwork will be placed in the Child Development Center at Biddle, and common areas at the Lemp Avenue and Ferguson sites.
According to the National Institutes of Health, art has been proven to be an invaluable resource for pediatric medical facilities. Fun designs and bright colors can help ease children’s fears of being in an unfamiliar building by creating a warm and comforting place of healing. Art plays a key environmental attribute to children’s hospital experience.
This includes providing a source of visual entertainment, distraction, and engagement, assisting children in maintaining a positive frame of mind, reducing stress and improving clinical outcomes.
Affinia Urgent Care carries a new name
Affinia Healthcare Urgent Care is celebrating its 10th anniversary, and it continues to evolve.
The facility is reemerging as Affinia Healthcare Convenience Care, a new name and still offering high-quality care for patients.
Affinia Healthcare has provided urgent care services at its 2220 Lemp Avenue location since 2014. Urgent care services allow patients to see a healthcare professional for immediate care, and sometimes, avoiding a trip to the emergency room.
“With the new name, we want to remind patients of the benefits of coming to Convenience Care,” said Jocelyn Hawthorne, assistant vice president, Health Center operations.
“This is an opportunity for our patients to receive high-quality, immediate care at our renovated Lemp Avenue location, and maybe save them time and money they would spend at the emergency room.”
Affinia Healthcare Convenience Care is staffed by physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
The services offered include Screenings & physical exams (e.g., school, sports, employment, adoption); immunizations/vaccinations; cold & flu symptoms/sore throat; allergies; minor skin rashes/infections; minor cuts, burns, bites, & stings; sprains & strains; nausea; asthma/COPD; pregnancy testing and STI testing & treatment.
The Convenience Care copay starts at $75.
Affinia Healthcare accepts Medicaid, Medicare, and most private insurances. Convenience Care offers a sliding fee scale to patients who meet certain income requirements. Patients who apply and are eligible will pay a discounted fee. Proof of income is required. Payments are due at the time of service.
The Affinia Healthcare Convenience Care is open at 2220 Lemp Ave., 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Walk-ins are welcome.
