BV County Public Health and Home Care

24/07/2025

01/07/2025

🧒💙 Keep Your Kids Covered with Hawki! 💙👧
Every child deserves access to quality health care—and with Hawki, it’s possible.

If your family qualifies, your children can receive low- or no-cost health insurance that covers:
✅ Doctor visits
✅ Dental care
✅ Vision exams
✅ Immunizations
✅ Mental health services

Whether it's a check-up or unexpected care, Hawki helps you stay prepared—because healthy kids mean a healthy future.

📲 Learn more and see if you qualify: https://hhs.iowa.gov/programs/welcome-iowa-medicaid/iowa-health-link/hawki

27/06/2025

24/06/2025

📣 Leadership Announcement!
The Buena Vista County Board of Health is excited to announce Tracy Gotto as the new Administrator of Buena Vista County Public Health & Home Care! 🎉

Tracy has been a vital part of our team since January 2024, bringing passion, innovation, and a deep commitment to connecting people with the resources they need. 💙

“He views challenges as opportunities—and that mindset will serve our community well,” says Board Chair Jon McKenna.

Outgoing Administrator Julie Sather adds, “I couldn’t be prouder to turn this agency over to Tracy.”

Please join us in welcoming Tracy to his new role! 🙌

02/06/2025

Stop by tomorrow and get tested or just ask questions! Everyone is welcome!

29/05/2025

What’s better than a day at the park? Nice cold water and improving your oral health to boot! Our local water supply is safe to drink and has sufficient amounts of fluoride to help protect your teeth from decay! (No, that doesn’t mean you don’t have to brush!) Thanks for the partnership City of Storm Lake!

NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL HIGH QUALITY H2O - We're happy to share that another water station has been added, this one in Chautauqua Park, centrally located to serve the playground, soccer and pickleball areas. These nifty stations provide filtered water to a drinking fountain, bottle filler and even a pet bowl. A matching station at the Hoop Dreams basketball court and playground in Seneca Park is also on for the season. Both stations were made possible by a Delta Dental grant, in partnership with BV County Public Health.

23/05/2025

Vaccination is the best defense. If you have questions about vaccination for you or your dependents, call our office. 712-749-2548. Immunizations for measles are currently free for all who need vaccinated.

Iowa has confirmed its first case of measles in central Iowa.

Measles is a highly contagious disease that can be prevented with a vaccine. Talk with your healthcare provider about the MMR vaccine. https://hhs.iowa.gov/center-acute-disease-epidemiology/disease-information

19/05/2025

Come see Siouxland Community Health Center for confidential HIV testing on May 20, 2025 from 10:00 AM - 5:30 PM.

07/05/2025

Join us for a fun & hands-on gardening event!

We’re excited to invite you to a Shared Roots Community Event on May 15 to learn all about planting a container garden — perfect for patios, porches, or small spaces!

Led by a Master Gardener, this free event will teach you everything you need to know to get started. And the best part? Every attendee will go home with a container and a vegetable plant to kick off their own garden at home!

Event Details:
Date: May 15
Time: 3:00 - 4:30 PM
Location: Green space outside of Community Ed

No green thumb needed — just bring your enthusiasm! Come grow with us, connect with neighbors, and be part of making our community stronger through gardening.

Plant. Share. Care.

We can’t wait to see you there!

02/05/2025

Library time is one of our favorite activities! We love interacting with the kids and making learning fun! Thanks again for the invite, Alta Community Library!

21/04/2025

"Shared Roots" is growing in our community! Whether you’re planting an extra row in your garden or learning to grow your first tomato in a pot, Shared Roots is all about neighbors helping neighbors. By planting a little extra and sharing the harvest, we can fight hunger, boost health, and build a stronger, more connected community. By digging in together, we not only grow food – we grow stronger, healthier communities rooted in kindness, generosity, and homegrown care. For now, all we ask is that you plant an extra row and watch for more details on how to get involved.