The hospital is connected with the University of Iowa Hospital via a Telemedicine link. Home health care is provided by the Van Buren County Public Health staff. Van Buren Good Samaritan Center is a 75 bed facility providing care for those who can no longer stay in their own home. Services You name it . . Banks, grocery stores, hardware stores, home furnishings, appliances, drug store and pharmacy, cafes and fine dining, doctors and dentists, attorneys and CPA's . . .
Specialty stores featuring locally made arts and crafts prevail in the county.
The trade sector of the economy offers carpenters, plumbers, electricians, heating and cooling, and landscaping for home building and upkeep. Realtors can help you find that house, duplex, apartment or building site that will be just right for your retirement home. Churches of several denominations have active congregations of which you may choose to be part of. Service Clubs make it possible for you to be involved with community projects, if you desire. Our public library offers a wide range of reading materials, videos and other materials of interest.