About Family Vision Care(FVC)
Dr. James Sellers, Tim's father, began this practice in 1975 and retired in December 2000 after 25 years of service to Adel and the surrounding communities. His son, Dr. Tim Sellers took over the practice on January 1, 2001 and started what is now known as Family Vision Care (FVC).
Family Vision Care is committed to providing the highest overall quality eye care service to you and your family. We promise to evaluate your eye health status and explain your vision needs, emphasizing preventative care. Your questions will be answered in a non-rushed eye health evaluation, unlike many of the offices who spend only a few short minutes with their patients.
Our staff is dedicated to providing this care in an atmosphere of compassion and respect. You will leave wanting to refer your family and friends. We appreciate your support and "thank you" for choosing us as your optometric eye care provider.
*Our mission is to remain on the forefront of eye care through continuing education, utilizing the latest state-of-the-art technology and instrumentation. We will strive to exceed your expectations with a level of service and value not often seen in health care today.
*Our goal is to ensure you will return and recommend our practice to your friends and family.
If you have any questions, please call our office at (229)-896-4596.
Family Vision Care is committed to providing the highest overall quality eye care service to you and your family. We promise to evaluate your eye health status and explain your vision needs, emphasizing preventative care. Your questions will be answered in a non-rushed eye health evaluation, unlike many of the offices who spend only a few short minutes with their patients.
Our staff is dedicated to providing this care in an atmosphere of compassion and respect. You will leave wanting to refer your family and friends. We appreciate your support and "thank you" for choosing us as your optometric eye care provider.
*Our mission is to remain on the forefront of eye care through continuing education, utilizing the latest state-of-the-art technology and instrumentation. We will strive to exceed your expectations with a level of service and value not often seen in health care today.
*Our goal is to ensure you will return and recommend our practice to your friends and family.
If you have any questions, please call our office at (229)-896-4596.
Tim M. Sellers, O.D. Doctor of Optometry
Optometrist, Owner, Clinical Business Team Leader and Managing Director
Doctor Tim was born in Memphis, Tennessee in 1971 while his father, Dr. Jim Sellers, was in Optometry school. In 1975, his family moved to Adel, Georgia where he grew up and later attended Cook County Schools. He is a 1990 honor graduate of Cook High School and graduated from Valdosta State University in 1994 earning a Bachelor of Science with an emphasis on Biology. He then returned to Memphis to attend Southern College of Optometry and graduated with his O.D. Degree in May of 1998.
Dr. Tim has been in practice since June of 1998. His career started in Americus, Georgia as an associate with WMMT for 2 years. This opportunity allowed Dr. Tim the experience needed to practice Optometry, before coming back home to Adel.
In July of 2000, Dr. Tim returned to his hometown of Adel to practice with his father, Dr. Jim Sellers. In December of 2000, Dr. Jim retired leaving the practice to his son, Dr. Tim. He has been practicing in Adel as a solo practice Optometrist ever since January 2001.
Dr. Tim is a member of the Georgia Optometric Association, American Optometric Association.
Dr. Tim has supports numerous local charities including all the local schools and many nearby organizations. These include the Cook Livestock Association, the Boy's and Girl's Club, Cook County Chamber of Commerce, Cook County Recreation Department, Adel Kiwanis Club, and Adel Lion's Club, Cook Community Christian Academy, Cook Primary, Elementary, Middle and High Schools just to name a few. He is committed to giving back to the community.
Tim is married to Traci and has two daughters, Madison and Mackenzie. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing an occasional round of golf. He loves the Florida State Seminoles and Atlanta Braves.
"So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Cor 4:18
"Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in his wonderful face, and the things of earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of his wonderful face."
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has imagined, What God has prepared for those who love him." 1 Cor 2:9
"For we walk by faith, not by sight" 2 Cor 5:7
"I once was blind but now I see" From Amazing Grace
Dr. Tim has been in practice since June of 1998. His career started in Americus, Georgia as an associate with WMMT for 2 years. This opportunity allowed Dr. Tim the experience needed to practice Optometry, before coming back home to Adel.
In July of 2000, Dr. Tim returned to his hometown of Adel to practice with his father, Dr. Jim Sellers. In December of 2000, Dr. Jim retired leaving the practice to his son, Dr. Tim. He has been practicing in Adel as a solo practice Optometrist ever since January 2001.
Dr. Tim is a member of the Georgia Optometric Association, American Optometric Association.
Dr. Tim has supports numerous local charities including all the local schools and many nearby organizations. These include the Cook Livestock Association, the Boy's and Girl's Club, Cook County Chamber of Commerce, Cook County Recreation Department, Adel Kiwanis Club, and Adel Lion's Club, Cook Community Christian Academy, Cook Primary, Elementary, Middle and High Schools just to name a few. He is committed to giving back to the community.
Tim is married to Traci and has two daughters, Madison and Mackenzie. He enjoys spending time with his family and playing an occasional round of golf. He loves the Florida State Seminoles and Atlanta Braves.
"So, we fix our eyes not on what is seen, but on what is unseen, since what is seen is temporary, but what is unseen is eternal." 2 Cor 4:18
"Turn your eyes upon Jesus, look full in his wonderful face, and the things of earth will grow strangely dim, in the light of his wonderful face."
"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has imagined, What God has prepared for those who love him." 1 Cor 2:9
"For we walk by faith, not by sight" 2 Cor 5:7
"I once was blind but now I see" From Amazing Grace
MRs. Kristen LANE, Certified optical technician
Office manager, Insurance billing specialist, HIppa compliance specialist, overall team leader
Kristen has been with Family Vision Care since August 2017. She has been our contact lens and frame selection expert, but with hard work, loyalty and dedication, Kristen has moved up to Office manager and Billing Specialist. She will bill your insurance and answer any questions you may have about your financial responsibility.
Kristen can also help you in all aspects of your visit. From check-in to check-out, assisting the doctor in your care, administering pre and post testing, scheduling referrals, frame and contact lens selection, glasses repair, and will answer your questions about our services. There is nothing Kristen cannot do, and she will make sure you are satisfied with the care you received and the purchases you make.
We are very thankful and extremely lucky to have Kristen at Family Vision Care. She has become an invaluable and essential part to our FVC family. She is the glue that keeps us running and functioning at the highest level. She has been an enormous asset to our practice with immeasurable qualities. Everyone will love Kristen.
Kristen is married to Travis Lane and has 5 children: Kyson Lane, Carter Woodall, Clayton Woodall, Claire Woodall, and Skylar Coppock. She is from Adel and attended Cook High School. She enjoys spending time with her family, watching each of her children involved in sports and competition cheer, vacations at the beach, and occasional round of golf and working out. She loves Mexican food, 90's Country music, the Atlanta Braves and the Florida Gators.
"13 And now these three remain: faith, hope and love, but the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13
Kristen can also help you in all aspects of your visit. From check-in to check-out, assisting the doctor in your care, administering pre and post testing, scheduling referrals, frame and contact lens selection, glasses repair, and will answer your questions about our services. There is nothing Kristen cannot do, and she will make sure you are satisfied with the care you received and the purchases you make.
We are very thankful and extremely lucky to have Kristen at Family Vision Care. She has become an invaluable and essential part to our FVC family. She is the glue that keeps us running and functioning at the highest level. She has been an enormous asset to our practice with immeasurable qualities. Everyone will love Kristen.
Kristen is married to Travis Lane and has 5 children: Kyson Lane, Carter Woodall, Clayton Woodall, Claire Woodall, and Skylar Coppock. She is from Adel and attended Cook High School. She enjoys spending time with her family, watching each of her children involved in sports and competition cheer, vacations at the beach, and occasional round of golf and working out. She loves Mexican food, 90's Country music, the Atlanta Braves and the Florida Gators.
"13 And now these three remain: faith, hope and love, but the greatest of these is love." 1 Corinthians 13:13
MS. Rebecca Williams, optical specialist
Optical Technician, Clinical team leader, Insurance billing assistant
Rebecca has been with Family Vision Care since July 2024. She came to our practice very highly recommended. Her growing knowledge in the field of Optometry reaches each aspect in patient care including frame and contact lens selection expert. She is knowledgeable in fitting glasses to your face and eyes. The right fit tends to make all the difference. She also does a tremendous job repairing and adjusting glasses. She is in charge of placing your glasses and/or contact lens orders for fast turnaround service.
Becca can also help you in all aspects of your visit. Assisting the doctor in your advanced care, pre and post testing, and scheduling are just some of the ways she will help in your personalized care. Any questions you have about our services, she is ready to advise. She is there to make sure you are satisfied with the services you received and purchases you make.
We couldn't be more proud to have Rebecca at Family Vision Care. She makes the days fun and our patients happy, all while having a big smile.
Rebecca is the mother of two beautiful little girls' names Josie and Georgia. She is from Moultrie, Georgia and attended Colquitt County High School. She enjoys spending time with her family, beach vacations, reading, and playing with her children. She loves Mexican food, Country music, and the Georgia Bulldogs.
"17 For God did not send his Son into the world to condemn the world, but to save the world through him." John 3:17
Mrs, ashley crews
iN-OFFICE VISION PLAN ADMINISTRATOR, CLINICAL ASSISTANT
Ashley has been with Family Vision Care since July 2021. She started as the front office coordinator and was one of the best first impressions of the office we have ever had. In June of 2022, Ashley took some time off from FVC for personal reasons. A year later, she returned to FVC with the same sweet smile and positive attitude.
Ashley is now heading off our in-office vision plan. She will be in charge of managing the plan benefits for our members. She also assists in the clinic by checking new prescriptions, dispensing and frame repairs. She helps with recalls and future appointments. She keeps everyone on staff happy with her bubbly and honest personality. Ashley is the glue that keeps us together.
We are so proud Ashley has returned to our office. She was greatly missed during her time away. We are also thankful her personal reasons to miss time away have all tuned out very positive.
Ashley is married to Chad Crews and has 3 children, Bryce, Hayden, and Hendley. She lives in Berrien County but attended Cook High School in some years. She attends church regularly and loves to spend time with her family. You will often find in the stands her watching her sons play ball.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
Ashley is now heading off our in-office vision plan. She will be in charge of managing the plan benefits for our members. She also assists in the clinic by checking new prescriptions, dispensing and frame repairs. She helps with recalls and future appointments. She keeps everyone on staff happy with her bubbly and honest personality. Ashley is the glue that keeps us together.
We are so proud Ashley has returned to our office. She was greatly missed during her time away. We are also thankful her personal reasons to miss time away have all tuned out very positive.
Ashley is married to Chad Crews and has 3 children, Bryce, Hayden, and Hendley. She lives in Berrien County but attended Cook High School in some years. She attends church regularly and loves to spend time with her family. You will often find in the stands her watching her sons play ball.
"Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct thy paths." Proverbs 3:5-6
Ms. Charissa Strickland
Front Line Patient Care Coordinator, Scheduling director, Insurance Coordinator
Charissa has been with us since April 2026. She is the welcoming face and "director of first impressions" of our office and we could not be more pleased to have her. She keeps the front office running efficiently by greeting guests, fielding multi-line phone calls, and scheduling appointments. She supports the overall business success by streamlining daily flow of visitors, handling correspondence and maintaining all check-in responsibilities.
Charissa will greet you with a warming and compassionate smile. She will guide you through our check-in process with ease and make sure you understand your insurance information. She makes sure we have everything we need from you to manage your visit with us.
Charissa is able to assist in many other aspects of your visit. Repairs, dispensing, frame selection and adjustments to name a few.
Give Ms. Charissa a call to schedule your appointment today. You'll be glad you did!
"13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13
Charissa will greet you with a warming and compassionate smile. She will guide you through our check-in process with ease and make sure you understand your insurance information. She makes sure we have everything we need from you to manage your visit with us.
Charissa is able to assist in many other aspects of your visit. Repairs, dispensing, frame selection and adjustments to name a few.
Give Ms. Charissa a call to schedule your appointment today. You'll be glad you did!
"13 I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."
Philippians 4:13
Rachael stevens
Clinical technician, Optometric Assistant, Optical Technician Assistant
Rachael has recently joined our team as of May 2026. Rachael performs pre-testing, gathers patient information, assists with eye exams, operates diagnostic equipment, documenting results, scheduling referrals, ordering prescription medications, and helps keep the clinic running smoothly. She supports the optometrist by handling the patient care and testing side of the visit before, during and after the eye exam.
Rachael came to us with extensive knowledge in optometric patient care. Her previous experience allowed her to understand comprehensive patient care and vision analysis. She is already making a positive impact with our patients and patient care.
Rachael is married to Jacob Stevens and has one daughter, Gracie. She grew up in Valdosta and attended Lowndes High School. She currently lives in Lakeland, Georgia and enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors.
16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16
Rachael came to us with extensive knowledge in optometric patient care. Her previous experience allowed her to understand comprehensive patient care and vision analysis. She is already making a positive impact with our patients and patient care.
Rachael is married to Jacob Stevens and has one daughter, Gracie. She grew up in Valdosta and attended Lowndes High School. She currently lives in Lakeland, Georgia and enjoys spending time with her family and being outdoors.
16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life. John 3:16
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