36 | www. Char l es tonPhys i c i ans . com | www.Hea l thL i nksChar l es ton . com MEN WI N HEALTH Within a year of Dorian Nixon’s first day as a social worker in 2005, she already knew that someday she would have her own health care practice. And by the time she opened Palmetto Family Homecare in 2014 in North Charleston, Nixon had not only built a reputation as a go-to person among her peers but for also providing peace of mind again and again to families needing help with home health care, dementia and rare forms of diseases – or maybe just someone to listen and be on their side. “I started with a nonprofit, helping individuals for several years who were diagnosed with Lou Gehrig’s disease,” said Nixon, a certified dementia practitioner and co-owner and outreach director of Palmetto Family Homecare. “I loved my job, loved my families and it grew to be more than just a job. It was a part of me.” So much so that Nixon began discovering ways to handle matters with families that could benefit them much more if she had her own health care agency. “I wanted a place for families that was disease-specific and allowed me to do things outside of the box while incorporating my social work skills,” she said. “And as the company grew, our families came to rely more heavily on us for direction, education and the knowledge to properly care for their loved one.” Now, eight years later and counting, Nixon said Palmetto Family Homecare is not just another health care option – it is proving that it is exactly where she always wanted it to be. “The most rewarding part of my job is creating opportunities for others,” she said. “I have always been involved in some form of health care, and now I have the opportunity to learn more from my families and clients that we take care of and develop relationships with them.” By L. C. Leach III Dorian Nixon PALMETTO FAMILY HOMECARE North Charleston 843-225-5420 palmettofamilyhomecare.com @palmettofamilyhomecare Health & Wellness Testing on Your Terms! Certain foods you eat may cause internal inflammation – resulting in pain. This can be avoided! Personalized DNA Call 843.491.1075 or visit ARCpointlabs.com/Charleston-SC 2831 Tricom St., Ste B | N. Charleston, SC 29406 Our Pharmacogenetics (PGx) test can determine which medications work best with your unique DNA...and which to avoid. A simple non-invasive cheek swab No doctor order or insurance needed. No appointment necessary. Viral testing options include Influenza (Flu) & Strep COVID-19 Lab Testing (Blood Work) • Travel Testing • Onsite, after hours, concierge and event services available • Food Intolerance/Sensitivity & Allergy • Full array of Female and Male Health and Wellness Panels • Avoid adverse drug reactions • Eliminate trial and error Same Day PCR, Antigen & Antibody Testing (results in hours) Photo by Jenn Cady.
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