More Service and Selection for Your Buck

Village Ford opened July 1, 2013 with 65 cars on the lot, eight service bays and 20 employees. It’s been almost three years since then, and those numbers have increased dramatically thanks to their customers’ support.

Village Ford proudly serves the communities of Belleview, Del Webb, Lady Lake and The Villages, and the surrounding Marion County areas. Due to the overwhelming response of these communities, Village Ford found itself needing to expand the car lot, the service bay areas and their personnel to accommodate first-time guests and regular clients.

Just how much have they grown?

Village Ford sprouted from four acres to a little over nine and from 65 vehicles for sale on the lot to hundreds. The amount of service bays jumped from eight to 18, and the staff roster doubled to assist guests in any way possible.

All this expansion is meant for one group: the customers. A larger lot means a larger selection of vehicles to fit any individual’s or family’s needs, and a larger staff means more efficient service no matter the reason for your visit.

We think the growth in only two and a half years says a lot about our business.

› Scott Reece

“We think the growth in only two and a half years says a lot about our business,” says Village Ford General Manager Scott Reece. “We not only want to be known for having the lowest price when looking at your next vehicle purchase, we try to help guide you in making an informed decision on what you’re looking for. We know price is important, so we have a low price guarantee, but we also have caring staff members who will be there long after the sale.”

Service at Village Ford is state of the art. They boast all the newest technology for diagnosing your vehicle and, unlike some service garages, get it fixed the first time. Each of their technicians are continually enrolled in courses to further their automotive knowledge and better serve clients.

Village Ford knows nothing feels worse than waiting hours in a dealership for a simple oil change—that’s why they won’t ask you to. The Quick Lane Tire and Oil Center on the premises is there to assist with all light repairs and routine maintenance like oil changes and fluid checks.

“We have the staff and the facility now that you don’t need an appointment, and we will have you in and out within 45 minutes for an oil change six days a week. For us, this expansion is completely for one reason: to better serve the communities that have made us their go-to Ford dealer for sales and service,” Scott explains.

Village Ford would like to invite Healthy Living readers to visit their updated facility and see the differences for themselves. There’s a standing invitation to take the grand tour.

“Be our guest,” says Scott. “Come have a cup of coffee, and let us show you around. We are proud to be here and proud to serve you.”

Pace Yourself

The sinoatrial node is the heart’s natural pacemaker. Appearing as a small mass of specialized cells, they work together to form electrical impulses causing your heart to beat.

For some, though, it’s not that simple. A pacemaker is what’s used when a person’s cell performance is not up to par. Pacemakers may also be used to treat fainting spells, congestive heart failure and hypertrophic cardiomyopathy.

Pacemaker Basics

Implanted just under the skin of the chest by way of a minor surgical procedure, the pacemaker has two parts: the leads and a pulse generator. The pulse generator houses the battery and a tiny computer and resides just under the skin of the chest. The leads are wires that are threaded through the veins and then implanted into the heart muscle. They send impulses from the pulse generator to the heart muscle, as well as sense the heart’s electrical activity.

In cases where patients experience chronic tachycardia—a heartbeat that’s too fast—or bradycardia—a heartbeat that’s too slow—a cardiologist may recommend a pacemaker to help regulate the heart rhythm for day-to-day activities. Not all pacemakers, however, are permanent. Temporary pacemakers can control other types of problems. You may need a temporary pacemaker after a heart attack or heart surgery. If you are put on a medication that can potentially slow down or increase your heartbeat, a pacemaker can be implanted as a precaution.

Signs You Need A Pacemaker

› Fainting

› Near fainting

› Dizziness

› Lack of energy

› Fatigue

› Shortness of breath

› Exercise intolerance

› Anyone with heartbeat pauses of three seconds or more should be evaluated for a heart pacemaker

Life With A Pacemaker

If you are facing the possibility of a pacemaker or had one recently inserted, here are some tips to help you learn how to manage your pacemaker.

› Once you have a pacemaker, avoid close or prolonged contact with electrical devices such as cell phones and MP3 players, microwave ovens and electrical generators.

› You may need to avoid full-contact sports. Such contact could damage your pacemaker or shake loose the wires in your heart. Ask your doctor what kind of physical activity is safe for you.

› For some time post-surgery, you are advised not to lift objects that weigh more than 10 pounds, including children and pets. Avoid pushing or pulling heavy objects.

› Always keep your regularly scheduled family practitioner and cardiologist appointments to ensure your pacemaker is working properly. Make note of any strange feelings or occurrences, and always go to your appointments armed with questions.