Lamar Wellness Center

Lamar Wellness Center A clinic on the Lamar School Campus to service our students, staff, and community to help make them healthier.

🧠 May is Stroke Risk Awareness MonthA stroke can happen suddenly, often without warning signs people recognize ahead of ...
05/11/2026

🧠 May is Stroke Risk Awareness Month

A stroke can happen suddenly, often without warning signs people recognize ahead of time. That’s why understanding your risk and catching possible concerns early can make a major difference.

A Transcranial Doppler (TCD) ultrasound is a quick, non-invasive outpatient test that helps evaluate blood flow in the brain and can assist in assessing stroke risk.

✔️ Safe
✔️ Effective
✔️ Diagnostic
✔️ No surgery or downtime

Early detection gives you the opportunity to take action before a medical emergency happens.

Know your risk. Take control of your health. 🩺

Ladies, when was your last checkup? 💗Today is National Women’s Checkup Day, a reminder that taking care of your health ...
05/11/2026

Ladies, when was your last checkup? 💗

Today is National Women’s Checkup Day, a reminder that taking care of your health is one of the most important things you can do for yourself and the people who count on you.

Routine wellness visits can help with:
🌸 Preventive screenings
🩺 Blood pressure & cholesterol checks
💗 Breast health discussions
🧠 Mental health support
🩹 Managing ongoing health concerns
👩‍⚕️ Staying up to date on care at every age

Many health conditions can be easier to treat when caught early, and regular checkups help you stay informed about your health before problems become bigger.

Whether it’s been 6 months or 6 years, today is a good reminder to schedule that appointment. Your health matters. 💕

To schedule an appointment with one of our providers, give us a call today. 📞

🤰 Are you currently pregnant?You may qualify to participate in a research study to help us learn how providing support, ...
05/07/2026

🤰 Are you currently pregnant?

You may qualify to participate in a research study to help us learn how providing support, like healthy food or baby essentials, can improve the health of you and your baby! 👶 🍼

Here’s how it works:

Participants are randomly assigned to one of two groups:
🥗 Healthy Foods Group: Money to buy nutritious foods + nutrition counseling
🍼 Baby Essentials Group: Money to buy diapers and other baby necessities

Compensation:

Up to $400 total for completing 4 surveys ($100 each), money you can spend anywhere! 💵

Weekly support participants may receive $50–$100 per week on a Walmart card for groceries 🛒

Eligibility Requirements:

Speak English, Spanish, or Marshallese

16–44 years old

Less than 18 weeks pregnant

Willing to see an RVPCS provider at least once to establish care (only one visit needed at any RVPCS clinic)

Why Join?

Support your family’s nutrition and baby needs

Earn money while helping improve health programs in your community

📞 For more information, call Rosalina Pina at 479-785-5700 ext. 2014

Today we recognize the people who keep healthcare moving, our nurses. 🩺📋National Nurses Day traces back to the birthday ...
05/06/2026

Today we recognize the people who keep healthcare moving, our nurses. 🩺📋

National Nurses Day traces back to the birthday of Florence Nightingale, whose work during the Crimean War helped shape modern nursing as we know it today. Her impact set the foundation for a profession built on both science and compassion.

Nurses are often the first to notice when something changes. They monitor patient status, coordinate care across teams 🤝, and make sure nothing falls through the cracks in fast-moving clinical environments 🏥.

They administer treatments 💉, track critical details 📊, educate patients and families, and provide steady support through both routine care and urgent situations ❤️‍🩹.

Their work is constant, detailed, and essential to every part of patient care.

Today is about recognizing that dedication, skill, and presence they bring.

Thank you to all nurses for what you do, every single day.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚Clinical depression isn’t just a bad day or a rough week, it’s a condition that ca...
05/02/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month 💚

Clinical depression isn’t just a bad day or a rough week, it’s a condition that can affect how you think, feel, and function day to day.

Some common signs include:
😔 Feeling persistently sad, empty, or hopeless
😴 Sleeping too much or struggling to sleep at all
⚡ Low energy that doesn’t improve with rest
🍽️ Noticeable changes in appetite or weight
🧠 Trouble concentrating or making decisions
🚫 Losing interest in activities you once enjoyed

These symptoms can build over time, and many people try to push through them, but they’re important signals from your body and mind.

If you’re noticing these signs, it’s important to talk with your provider. Support is available, and we have a behavioral health team who can help you navigate what you’re experiencing and explore next steps. 🤝

Learn more about behavioral health services here:
https://www.rvpcs.org/behavioralhealth

You don’t have to ignore it, and you don’t have to handle it on your own. 💚

When we read through patient feedback, a few things come up again and again, and they say a lot about what matters most....
05/01/2026

When we read through patient feedback, a few things come up again and again, and they say a lot about what matters most. 💭

Kindness & Compassion
Patients consistently mention how friendly, respectful, and caring our team is. From check-in to checkout, people feel heard, valued, and truly cared for.

⚡ Quick & Easy Access
Being able to get an appointment when you need it matters. Patients love how easy scheduling is, shorter wait times, and efficient visits that still feel thorough.

🩺 Providers Who Listen
Patients appreciate providers who take time, explain things clearly, and build real relationships.

🤝 Care for Every Situation
From language assistance to working with low-income families, patients recognize the effort to make healthcare accessible and inclusive for everyone.

At the end of the day, it’s not just one thing, it’s the people, the access, and the care that make the difference.

🩺 Grow your career with River Valley Primary Care Services.When you apply with us, your application goes directly to our...
04/30/2026

🩺 Grow your career with River Valley Primary Care Services.

When you apply with us, your application goes directly to our hiring team, no third parties, no delays. That means faster review and quicker follow-up.

💼 Current Openings

◾ Dental Assistant – Waldron, AR

◾ Dental Receptionist – Waldron, AR

◾ APRN – Cedarville, AR

◾ LPN – Cedarville, AR

◾ LPN / MA – Ratcliff / Waldron, AR

◾ HR Manager – Bonanza, AR (Minimum Bachelor’s Degree Required)

◾ LPN / MA – Fort Smith, AR

◾ Network Administrator – Waldron, AR

◾ Bilingual APRN – 6th Street

◾ Bilingual Receptionist – 6th Street

📄 Resume Upload
Already have a resume on Indeed or another platform? You can upload it directly during your application, quick and straightforward.

💻 Apply here: https://www.rvpcs.org/employmentoppurtunities

💸 Stress isn’t always about time… sometimes it’s about cost.Medical bills, unexpected visits, choosing between care and ...
04/27/2026

💸 Stress isn’t always about time… sometimes it’s about cost.

Medical bills, unexpected visits, choosing between care and other essentials, that kind of stress adds up fast.

At River Valley Primary Care Services, we believe getting care shouldn’t add to your stress.

🩺 Our Sliding Fee Discount Program helps make visits more affordable based on your household size and income
🚫 Avoid costly emergency room visits for non-emergencies

Because when care is accessible and affordable, it’s one less thing weighing on you.

This Stress Awareness Month, take a step toward peace of mind, your health (and your wallet) matter.

📞 Call or walk in to learn more

💡 Did You Know Your Provider Can Help With… Frequent Headaches? 🤕Getting headaches more often than you’d like?Pushing th...
04/23/2026

💡 Did You Know Your Provider Can Help With… Frequent Headaches? 🤕

Getting headaches more often than you’d like?
Pushing through them with over-the-counter meds every time?

That might not be the best long-term plan.

🩺 Your provider can help figure out why they’re happening:
• Stress and tension
• Dehydration or nutrition issues
• Vision or screen strain
• Blood pressure concerns
• Migraines or chronic headache conditions

Headaches are your body’s way of signaling that something’s off, not something you should just keep ignoring.

The right care can help reduce how often they happen (and how intense they feel).

📅 Don’t just manage the pain, get to the root of it. Schedule a visit with us today.

🩺 Grow your career with River Valley Primary Care Services.When you apply with us, your application goes directly to our...
04/21/2026

🩺 Grow your career with River Valley Primary Care Services.

When you apply with us, your application goes directly to our hiring team, no third parties, no delays. That means faster review and quicker follow-up.

💼 Current Openings

◾ Dental Assistant – Waldron, AR

◾ Dental Receptionist – Waldron, AR

◾ APRN – Cedarville, AR

◾ LPN – Cedarville, AR

◾ Team Lead / Receptionist – Cedarville, AR

◾ LPN / MA – Ratcliff / Waldron, AR

◾ HR Manager – Bonanza, AR

◾ Float LPN / MA – Fort Smith, AR

◾ MA / Translator – Fort Smith / Northside, AR

◾ LPN / MA – Fort Smith / Northside, AR

◾ Referral Coordinator – Johnson County / Coal Hill, AR

📄 Resume Upload
Already have a resume on Indeed or another platform? You can upload it directly during your application, quick and straightforward.

💻 Apply here: https://www.rvpcs.org/employmentoppurtunities

Address

635 Childers Street
Lamar, AR
72846

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 7am - 4:30pm
Thursday 7am - 4:30pm
Friday 7am - 4:30pm

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