I would like to thank whoever was responsible for getting the Crider Center moved into the Warrenton area.

I am personally grateful for several reasons. My wife and I have two grandchildren who reside with us. One has a chronic medical condition while the other has some emotional issues. My wife and I learned that the Crider Center was going to establish an office in Warrenton and were very anxious to get it established because of the issues our grandchildren have. We also learned the Crider Center was using a medical building on North Highway 47 until their new building was fully constructed.

We made an appointment for both children once we learned a pediatrician was in the medical building. We met with Dr. Michele Niemczyk, a board-certified physician who is associated with the Crider Center. Dr. Niemczyk was extremely helpful. Not only did she present a professional demeanor, but our grandchildren were comforted by her sense of humor and calming effect.

Dr. Niemczyk is exactly what Warren County has needed for a very long time. She not only listens to the parents of the children she examines, she listens to the children as well. Warren County residents are extremely lucky to have Crider Center, and in particular Dr. Niemczyk, in our county.

I heard a rumor that Dr. Niemczyk will be practicing five days a week once their new facility will open. I, along with several members of our community, hope and pray this is not a rumor but rather fact. Warren County needs Dr. Niemczyk and the Crider Center for the sake of our children.

Roger R. Mauzy Sr., Warrenton