

DON'T MISS THIS EVENT!
FREE COMMUNITY EVENT
2025 EVENT
SATURDAY, MARCH 1
SAME LOCATION AND TIME AS THE KIWANIS PANCAKE BREAKFAST!
Make Healthy Connections!
FREE ADMISSION FOR ALL AGES THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS!
Check later for a complete list of activities!
Area Substance Abuse Council
ASAC staff would like to share information on substance abuse and problem gambling prevention and treatment services.
Benton County Historical Society
Stop by and learn about the history of Benton County and ask questions.
Benton County Rural Access Hub/211
Local resource navigation and information services will be provided.
Clear Connection Chiropractic
Visit us for FREE nerve system screenings at the Benton Co. Community Health & Wellness fair
We'll also be discussing:
• The importance of having a properly functioning nerve system (brain-to-body communication)
• The Upper Cervical Chiropractic (upper neck misalignment can be the root cause of so many health conditions)
Do you suffer with migraines, headaches, vertigo, etc?
• Testimonials of care
HACAP Family Community Health Alliance
HACAP will promote our Benton County health programs which include:
• WIC a supplemental nutrition program for Pregnant, post-partum and breastfeeding moms and children birth to five.
• Hawki/Medicaid Insurance for children up to age 21 and pregnant women
• Importance of lead screening in young children
• Maternal Health programming
• I-Smile/I-Smile @ School
• Child Care Nurse Consultant
• Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
• 1st Five and screening for development in young children birth to five
HACAP-Dental
HACAP-I-Smile will provide dental screenings for Kindergartners and 9th grade students to meet the school screening requirements.
Home Instead
Get information on how Home Instead can help seniors remain in their home safely with a Care Professional coming into the home, whether for 4 hours a few days a week or up to 24 hours a day, if needed. We are non-medical home health, accepting VA and long term care insurance. We specialize in care for dementia clients
Iowa Legal Aid
We are here to answer your questions! Iowa Legal Aid provides free civil legal assistance.
Linn County Public Health
Linn County Public Health will be offering FREE 1 minute HIV tests at this year’s event.
Stop by for information to answer your sexual health and harm reduction questions and pick up some free condoms and Narcan. Linn County Public Health is proud to collaborate with Benton County Public Health to serve the Benton County community!
Linn County Public Health offers testing and treatment for sexually transmitted infection, testing for HIV and Hepatitis C, pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) services and navigation, hepatitis immunizations, harm reduction services and free condoms.
Contact Linn County Public Health at 319-892-6093 to schedule an appointment to ensure your health today!
Lutheran Living Communities
We will be discussing all services we provide, outpatient therapy, and upcoming women’s health information.
North Benton Ambulance
Stop by to meet some of the crew from North Benton Ambulance and check out the equipment we use in the ambulance.
Riverview Center
We can't wait to see you!
Tanager Expressive Arts
Tanager Expressive Arts offers free music, drama, movement, and visual arts programs that support children and families on their mental wellness journey. We bring our creative experiences to schools, childcare centers, libraries, and our Studio on 5th location, serving the surrounding communities.
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, we will host a fun, interactive Expressive Arts activity where participants can step into their own creativity by using giant materials. We will provide big paper and 3 foot markers!
United Way of East Central Iowa
Learn about services we provide to the community. One of our services is the Volunteer Transportation Program, volunteer drivers take residents who live in Benton Co. to their non-emergency medical appointments.
VINTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Vinton Police Department is dedicated to fostering a safer and healthier community. At the health fair, we will provide vital resources and educational opportunities.
SAFETY FIRST:
Stop by our booth where we will be will be fitting children with new bike helmets!
Traffic and Road Safety: Guidance on safe driving practices, child car seat installation checks, and bicycle safety for all ages.
Community Engagement: Opportunities to connect with officers, discuss community concerns, and strengthen partnerships that enhance public health and safety.
The Vinton Police Department’s presence ensures a comprehensive approach to health, addressing physical safety and emotional well-being as integral components of a thriving community.
Vinton Fire Department
Have questions? Come see us!
Vinton Lions Club
Come chat with us and learn more!
Virginia Gay Hospital Home Health Agency
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital Home Health will showcase its compassionate, high-quality services, including home health care and therapy options designed to support recovery and independence. Attendees can learn about the benefits of personalized care plans, skilled nursing, and therapy services available in the comfort of their homes. Additionally, we will offer free blood pressure screenings to promote heart health and wellness. Visit our booth to discover how VGH Home Health can help you or your loved ones achieve better health and well-being while remaining in the familiar surroundings of home.
Virginia Gay Hospital-F&NS
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital’s Food and Nutrition Services, in partnership with Feeding America, will provide free food boxes containing resource sheets to help individuals and families locate local and mobile food pantries. We’ll also offer free food security screenings to identify those experiencing food insecurity and connect them with vital resources such as local food pantries, the SNAP hotline, and other support services. Visit our booth to learn more about available resources and how VGH is working to promote nutrition, health, and food security within our community.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Lab Services
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital Lab will provide valuable information about our comprehensive lab services, designed to support accurate diagnosis and effective treatment. We’ll also offer free blood glucose readings, empowering attendees to better understand and manage their blood sugar levels. Our certified Diabetic Educator will be available to share expert advice, answer questions, and provide educational resources on diabetes prevention and management. Visit our booth to learn more about how VGH Lab and Diabetic Education services can help you take control of your health and live your best life.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Rehab Visions
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital's Rehab Visions Therapy Department will provide information about our comprehensive therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Learn how our skilled therapists help individuals of all ages recover from injuries, surgeries, or medical conditions to regain strength, mobility, and independence. Whether you need support with balance, pain management, rehabilitation, or communication challenges, our team is here to provide personalized care to meet your unique needs. Stop by our booth to explore how VGH’s Therapy Department can support your journey to better health and improved quality of life.
Wellpoint
Wellpoint is one of the Managed Care organizations in Iowa providing medicaid benefits to all 99 counties of Iowa. This table will feature resources and added benefits from Wellpoint and Iowa Medicaid information.
Windsor Manor Assisted Living
Education on Assisted living and services we offer at Windsor Manor.
Benton Co Ext
ISU Extension programing from our Human Science group. Also Master Gardener program for anyone interested.
Benton County Public Health Department
The Benton County Public Health Department will be promoting information about the services we offer, such as CPR/First-Aid classes, babysitter certification classes, car seat safety checks, Vaccines for Children program, etc., as well as general information about what a public health does, and how to contact us. We will also be providing brochures and handouts on a multitude of health & wellbeing topics.
Chances and Consequences, INC
WRAP is an approach to daily living that supports us in maintaining or rebuilding wellness through life’s challenges.
It’s a wellness and recovery system created BY you and FOR you through a standard workshop process. WRAP is based on the concept that you are the expert on yourself. Only you can create a plan to address your challenges and goals. WRAP helps you make your life more the way you want it to be.
EchoVision Us Cellular Inc
Visit the EchoVision booth for some uscellular swag!
HACAP Food Reservoir
HACAP Food Reservoir will be promoting community actions to fight food insecurity in Benton County. We will have promotional material highlighting our mobile pantry in Belle Plaine as well as our partner agencies in Vinton, Garrison, Belle Plaine, Walford and Urbana.
Heritage Area Agency on Aging
Learn about services to promote healthy, independent aging and successful caregiving.
Hy-Vee Pharmacy
Stop by to learn about vaccinations and what you are eligible for. We'll also have an activity for children with oranges and blunt tip syringes allowing them to 'give a vaccine' to show them how quick and easy vaccines are! PLUS we'll be promoting medication safety with our medication versus candy game and other educational materials.
LifeServe Blood Center
Learn your blood type and about the importance of donating blood and helping patients at Virginia Gay.
Linn county public health-assessment and health promotion
Learn about our available programs such as Fresh Conversations, My Care Community Partners for Better Care. Care For Yourself and additional access to care programs.
Molina Healthcare of Iowa
Molina Healthcare of Iowa is your newest Medicaid option in Iowa. We believe every person, family and community deserve access to high-quality health care regardless of their situation. Molina’s mission is to deliver effective, reliable and affordable health care to those who need it most. Molina’s staff members strive to meet the physical, social and emotional needs of each member and to strengthen the communities we serve.
REM IOWA HOST HOME
At REM Iowa we acknowledge everyone deserves the love and support of family and friends to help us flourish. Our Host Home Program matches vulnerable individuals with mentors in the community who have opened their homes to provide an opportunity to succeed and to fit in for an individual in need.
Host Home providers change lives by supporting the people they serve to be more independent, explore interests and reach personal goals. They are advocates, teachers, friends and family. Our team and caregivers support individuals in building skills and positive relationships need to live more independent lives.
SHIIP
Lear about contacting SHIIP counselors to get applications applied for in a timely manner. We'll also questions on every day information needed for the current plans or upcoming plans.
The Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD)
FTD is the most common form of dementia for people under age 60.
FTD is also frequently referred to as frontotemporal dementia, frontotemporal lobar degeneration (FTLD), or Pick's disease. It represents a group of brain disorders caused by degeneration of the frontal and/or temporal lobes of the brain.
Upper Iowa University
Stop by to say hi and ask all the questions you have!
Van Steenhuyse - Teahen Funeral Home
At Van Steenhuyse-Teahen Funeral Home, we believe a funeral is a time to honor the life of a deceased loved one and celebrate the heritage of the family as they gather to share stories, acknowledge their loss and support one another.
It is our mission to make funeral planning individual to the person and family by offering our professional and personal experience.
Funeral pre-need planning is a way to be sure your family is aware of your final wishes while locking into today's costs during a time of escalating inflation with pre-funding some or all final expenses
Teahen Funeral Home has been in business since 1936 and remains family-owned.
Vinton Guild of Fine Arts
Drop in to say hello and ask anything!
Vinton Public Library
Learn about library services, including but not limited to our library programming calendar, Libby, our Beanstack reading challenges and our newsletter. We will offer library card applications and provide information on our 2nd Annual Red Carpet Party and our 2025 Summer Reading Program.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Diabetic Ed
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital’s Certified Diabetic Educator will provide valuable information on diabetes prevention, management, and weight management services. Learn how personalized education and support can help you take control of your health and improve your quality of life. Additionally, free blood glucose readings will be offered by VGH Lab to help attendees monitor and understand their blood sugar levels. Visit our booth to gain insights, ask questions, and access resources to support your journey toward better health and effective diabetes and weight management.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Imaging Services
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital’s Radiology Department will provide information about our advanced imaging services designed to support accurate diagnoses and effective treatment plans. Learn about the wide range of imaging options we offer, including X-rays, CT scans, mammography, ultrasound, and more. Our expert team is dedicated to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a comfortable environment. Visit our booth to discover how VGH Radiology’s cutting-edge technology and personalized approach can meet your healthcare needs and help you stay proactive about your health.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Rehab Visions
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital's Rehab Visions Therapy Department will provide information about our comprehensive therapy services, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy. Learn how our skilled therapists help individuals of all ages recover from injuries, surgeries, or medical conditions to regain strength, mobility, and independence. Whether you need support with balance, pain management, rehabilitation, or communication challenges, our team is here to provide personalized care to meet your unique needs. Stop by our booth to explore how VGH’s Therapy Department can support your journey to better health and improved quality of life.
Virginia Gay Hospital-Respiratory/Sleep Services
At the Benton County Community Health & Wellness Fair, Virginia Gay Hospital’s Respiratory Therapy and Sleep Services team will provide information about our specialized care options. Learn how our respiratory therapy services can help manage conditions such as asthma, COPD, and other breathing disorders through personalized treatment plans and advanced therapies. Additionally, discover how our sleep services, including diagnostic sleep studies, can identify and address sleep-related issues like sleep apnea, helping you achieve better rest and improved overall health. Stop by our booth to explore how VGH’s expert care can support your respiratory and sleep wellness needs.
Wilson-Hite Insurance, Inc.
At Wilson-Hite Insurance, Inc., we will showcase health insurance options for individuals under 65 and Medicare plans, including Medicare Advantage and supplemental coverage. Our focus is on helping attendees find affordable, comprehensive coverage tailored to their needs. We will offer a brief presentation on Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D, explaining how to choose the right plan. Visitors are welcome to stop by our booth to schedule one-on-one consultations for personalized advice on health coverage and enrollment assistance.