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Dr. Justin Turner and his wife, Elisha, have dedicated their lives to advocating for the Jackson community. Justin and Elisha believe that bettering the community begins with bettering individuals. Through Dr. Turner’s clinic, Turner Care LLC, and the partner, non-profit organization 4everCaring, the Turners are making impact after impact on the lives of many across the Jackson community.
Dr. Turner is the CEO of Turner Care, a medical clinic that takes a nontraditional approach to wellness. “Time. Time is the biggest thing that sets Turner Care apart from other medical practices. I believe that treating patients involves so much more than what can be accomplished in the small amount of time allocated to each patient that is typical in many medical practices. My goal is to know my patient, and knowing the patient takes time. After all, if I don’t know my patient, I’m just seeing the disease, not the person,” says Dr. Turner.
At Turner Care, the approach is totally patient centered. The caretakers at Turner Care focus on a patient’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and financial health. The result is an all-encompassing treatment plan that works to better every aspect of the individual. “There’s a strong focus on education as well. In Mississippi, we rank the worst in health conditions like diabetes, blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. Mississippians are not getting better because they do not have the education and the access to even try to better their own health. At Turner Care, we teach our patients what it takes to live a life that is healthier. This includes teaching patients how to eat right, exercise, and to view treatment as more than just the medication. Our goal is for our patients to be an exception to those statistics. We are helping individuals gain control of their health every day through education and guidance,” adds Dr. Turner.
Like many physicians, Dr. Turner has known since he was young that he wanted to be a doctor. “I always knew I wanted to help people, but I was very inspired by a doctor who came to speak at my middle school career fair. He told us three things about being a doctor: first he mentioned the financial stability, second, he said Mississippi needs more black doctors, and finally he stated that being a doctor would allow me to give back to the community in a way that not everyone can. It was that last point that I found to be monumental and ultimately, my want to better my community lead me to where I am today,” says Dr. Turner.
Elisha Turner has also always been guided by her giving spirit. Elisha is the CEO of 4everCaring, a non-profit organization based in Jackson. The overarching goal of 4everCaring is to bridge the gap in the community by furthering physical and economic wellness. 4everCaring offers affordable exercise classes. Classes include high energy options such as line dance aerobics, marching aerobics, and even tumbling classes for children. Yoga is also a favorite! It only costs five dollars to attend a class and 4everCaring is committed to helping those who cannot afford the fee work it out so they can participate too. “It is so important to me to keep these classes affordable. I have been in the position as a single mother of knowing I should be doing these kinds of activities for my own mental and physical health, but it never felt like a priority when there were so many other things to take care of. It brings me such joy knowing that kids are gaining confidence in our classes, their parents are doing something for themselves, and it is an expense that is manageable and totally worth it,” says Elisha.
4everCaring does more than just provide affordable exercise classes to the Jackson community. Financial wellness through education is a cornerstone to the organization’s mission. “We organize free money management workshops where we educate the community about credit and how to improve credit scores, how stocks work, and general tips for managing money more effectively,” says Elisha. “There is this amazing confidence that comes from learning useful things and being able to take control of bettering your own situation. I see that confidence come through individuals who participate in our programs and it’s incredible.”
Dr. Turner is also passionate about educating his patients about managing their own wealth. “I encourage my patients to budget for their health just as they would budget for any other expense. Set aside 50 dollars a month to spend on eating healthier foods or a gym membership, that way you’re able to make your health a priority too. A small amount spent on preventative care now will result in far less expenditure later. I wish more people understood the value in taking care of your health on a daily basis, before something goes wrong,” adds Dr. Turner.
Every year, 4everCaring hosts a Christmas Benefit Ball to benefit ten families in the Jackson community. Elisha finds families who are in need of extra help during the holiday season and makes sure they are provided for at Christmas. This outreach goes beyond gifting the family things they want for the holiday; 4everCaring helps parents gets jobs, assists with mortgage payments, and ensures that children get the necessities they need. This past year, Elisha worked with a family who was homeless. Elisha assisted the family through the process of using other community resources and helped them get back on their feet again.
“I truly believe that our community needs to return to the village mentality. We should all be willing to help each other. 4everCaring is our way of helping those in our community become the best versions of themselves. If people are taken out of what they know and exposed to something more, they will blossom. By helping individuals in our community reach their full potential we’re going to create a stronger community, eventually that stronger community will be a stronger Jackson, and ultimately, a better Mississippi,” smiles Elisha.
To find out more about Dr. Turner’s practice please visit turnercarems.com | To learn about 4everCaring, you can check out the Facebook page @4everCaring or follow along on Instagram @4evercaringms
Dr. Turner is the CEO of Turner Care, a medical clinic that takes a nontraditional approach to wellness. “Time. Time is the biggest thing that sets Turner Care apart from other medical practices. I believe that treating patients involves so much more than what can be accomplished in the small amount of time allocated to each patient that is typical in many medical practices. My goal is to know my patient, and knowing the patient takes time. After all, if I don’t know my patient, I’m just seeing the disease, not the person,” says Dr. Turner.
At Turner Care, the approach is totally patient centered. The caretakers at Turner Care focus on a patient’s physical, emotional, spiritual, social, and financial health. The result is an all-encompassing treatment plan that works to better every aspect of the individual. “There’s a strong focus on education as well. In Mississippi, we rank the worst in health conditions like diabetes, blood pressure, obesity, and heart disease. Mississippians are not getting better because they do not have the education and the access to even try to better their own health. At Turner Care, we teach our patients what it takes to live a life that is healthier. This includes teaching patients how to eat right, exercise, and to view treatment as more than just the medication. Our goal is for our patients to be an exception to those statistics. We are helping individuals gain control of their health every day through education and guidance,” adds Dr. Turner.
Like many physicians, Dr. Turner has known since he was young that he wanted to be a doctor. “I always knew I wanted to help people, but I was very inspired by a doctor who came to speak at my middle school career fair. He told us three things about being a doctor: first he mentioned the financial stability, second, he said Mississippi needs more black doctors, and finally he stated that being a doctor would allow me to give back to the community in a way that not everyone can. It was that last point that I found to be monumental and ultimately, my want to better my community lead me to where I am today,” says Dr. Turner.
Elisha Turner has also always been guided by her giving spirit. Elisha is the CEO of 4everCaring, a non-profit organization based in Jackson. The overarching goal of 4everCaring is to bridge the gap in the community by furthering physical and economic wellness. 4everCaring offers affordable exercise classes. Classes include high energy options such as line dance aerobics, marching aerobics, and even tumbling classes for children. Yoga is also a favorite! It only costs five dollars to attend a class and 4everCaring is committed to helping those who cannot afford the fee work it out so they can participate too. “It is so important to me to keep these classes affordable. I have been in the position as a single mother of knowing I should be doing these kinds of activities for my own mental and physical health, but it never felt like a priority when there were so many other things to take care of. It brings me such joy knowing that kids are gaining confidence in our classes, their parents are doing something for themselves, and it is an expense that is manageable and totally worth it,” says Elisha.
4everCaring does more than just provide affordable exercise classes to the Jackson community. Financial wellness through education is a cornerstone to the organization’s mission. “We organize free money management workshops where we educate the community about credit and how to improve credit scores, how stocks work, and general tips for managing money more effectively,” says Elisha. “There is this amazing confidence that comes from learning useful things and being able to take control of bettering your own situation. I see that confidence come through individuals who participate in our programs and it’s incredible.”
Dr. Turner is also passionate about educating his patients about managing their own wealth. “I encourage my patients to budget for their health just as they would budget for any other expense. Set aside 50 dollars a month to spend on eating healthier foods or a gym membership, that way you’re able to make your health a priority too. A small amount spent on preventative care now will result in far less expenditure later. I wish more people understood the value in taking care of your health on a daily basis, before something goes wrong,” adds Dr. Turner.
Every year, 4everCaring hosts a Christmas Benefit Ball to benefit ten families in the Jackson community. Elisha finds families who are in need of extra help during the holiday season and makes sure they are provided for at Christmas. This outreach goes beyond gifting the family things they want for the holiday; 4everCaring helps parents gets jobs, assists with mortgage payments, and ensures that children get the necessities they need. This past year, Elisha worked with a family who was homeless. Elisha assisted the family through the process of using other community resources and helped them get back on their feet again.
“I truly believe that our community needs to return to the village mentality. We should all be willing to help each other. 4everCaring is our way of helping those in our community become the best versions of themselves. If people are taken out of what they know and exposed to something more, they will blossom. By helping individuals in our community reach their full potential we’re going to create a stronger community, eventually that stronger community will be a stronger Jackson, and ultimately, a better Mississippi,” smiles Elisha.
To find out more about Dr. Turner’s practice please visit turnercarems.com | To learn about 4everCaring, you can check out the Facebook page @4everCaring or follow along on Instagram @4evercaringms
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