IGA Hometown Healthy Challenge Prize Winner - Valerie Timmons  

Valerie Timmons, a Marion, S.C. resident and Parmars IGA shopper, designated the Marion County Medical Center’s Wellness Center to receive the $5,000 donation on behalf of Parmars IGA. Marion County Medical Center’s Wellness Center, a division of Marion Regional Healthcare System, is the only fitness-oriented wellness center catering to Marion community. The Center uses exercise equipment and instructors to provide personalized fitness plans for members of any age group or fitness level, including special needs members who are handicapped or disabled. Reduced-rate memberships are available for families, groups, and senior citizens.

“This donation came at a great time for us,” Harry Martin, physical therapist and rehab manager for the Wellness Center, said. “We’ve been making do with what we have for quite a while now. Now we’re looking to replace some of our older equipment and create additional group programs for our members. We’re very thankful to Ms. Timmons and to IGA for giving us the resources we need to help our community members stay active, and fulfill our mission ‘to improve the health status and quality of life of the diverse populations we serve.’”

Parmars IGA - Marion, SC
Bill Overman (IGA), Valerie Timmons (Winner), Amy Smith (Store Manager), Marion County Medical Center staff (3), Doug Stone (W. Lee Flowers - Parmar's Wholesaler)