Area Ambulance Service
	Area Ambulance has served Cedar Rapids and the surrounding area since 1971 when it came together as a result of an agreement between the City of Cedar Rapids and both Cedar Rapids hospitals. Area Ambulance became one of the first agencies in Linn County to provide a Paramedic level of pre-hospital care in the late 1970’s. For many years, the paramedics were stationed at Mercy Medical Center in Cedar Rapids and traveled to several outlying areas in Linn and Johnson Counties to assist their first responders with providing pre-hospital care. It was Area Ambulance Service paramedics that flew with the original Lifeguard helicopter until 1985 when St. Luke’s took over its operation. Area Ambulance has also been a key player in paramedic training, providing an opportunity for students from Kirkwood Community College and the University of Iowa emergency services programs with in-field experience. Today, Area Ambulance Service continues to grow and be a major force in providing quality pre-hospital emergency health care. Following is a list of some of the skills Area Ambulance Service Paramedics are able to provide when needed: · Basic and advanced patient assessment · IV fluid administration · Medication administration via IV, IO, IM, SQ, PO, SL routes · 12 lead cardiac monitoring with wireless transfer to hospitals · Defibrillation, cardioversion · External cardiac pacing · Endotracheal intubation · Chest decompression · Cricothyrotomy · Nebulizer treatments · Oxygen · Vital signs · Splinting and stabilization · CPAP Copyright © 2003, Area Ambulance Service Linda Duggan Buchanan County Health Center 1600 First Street East Independence, IA 50644

	Buchanan County Health Center
	Therapy and Wellness Connection is a medical fitness facility open to the public which provides a wide range of opportunities to enable you to fully enjoy life's experiences. Our philosophy is to empower people to discover benefits of increased physical activity and encourage them to better understand and appreciate all aspects of wellness. Robert J. Richard, CEO 1600 1st St. East Independence, IA 50644 319-332-0999 Fax: 319-332-0958 email: rrichard@bchealth.info

	Cedar Valley Hospice
	Serving the needs of terminally ill patients and grieving families Making Each Moment Matter * Eucalyptus Tree (Youth Support Services) - Provides support and care to children and families experienceing life-threatening illness or grieving a death. * Grief Support Services - Provides comprehensive counseling, support services, and education on death, dying, and grief. Offices in Waterloo, Grundy Center, Independence and Waverly * Cedar AIDS Support System (CASS) - Provides non-medical support and care for persons living with HIV/AIDS and their loved ones. Independence Office Serving Buchanan and Fayette Counties Mary Alfrey 801 First Street East Independence, IA 50644 (319)334-6960 Toll Free 1-877-485-7081 E-mail: cedarvalley@cvhospice.org Website: www.cvhospice.org

	East Towne Care Center
	Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Living Centers Medicare/Medicaid Certified Visit our website: www.abcmcorp.com 1700 Third St. NE Independence, IA 50644 (ph) 319-334-7015 (fax) 319-334-7016 (email)dbrandau@abcmcorp.com

	Family First Chiropractic PC
	Visit the NEW website: www.familyfirstindependence.com Give us a chance, it could change your life... A body working at its optimum means more energy and potential to get what you want out of life. Come visit us today at 1715 1st Street West Independence Mon. 8:00 am - Noon 3:00 - 6:00 pm Tues. 3:00 - 8:00 pm Wed. 8:00 am - Noon 3:00 - 6:00 pm Thurs. 3:00 - 8:00 pm Fri. 8:00 am - Noon 3:00 - 6:00 pm Sat. 9:00 - 11:00 am Other Times by Appointment Helping you feel like a kid again! Give the gift of better health. Gift Certificates Available Dr. Travis & Dr. Lisa Mestad 1715 First Street West Independence, IA 50644 Phone: 319-334-7445

	Fuelling Chiropractic Clinic
	Hours: Monday 8:00-12:00/1:00-5:30 Tuesday 10:00-2:00/3:00-7:00 Wednesday 8:00-12:00/1:00-5:30 Thursday 8:00-12:00 Friday 8:00-12:00/1:00-5:30 Saturday 9:00-12:00 Matt Fuelling, Owner 231 2nd Ave NE Independence, IA 50644 Tel: 319-334-3214

	Hartig Drug (#14)
	For online orders please visit us on the web at www.HARTIGDRUG.com! Stop by and see the new expanded store! Suzanne Johnson, Store Manager Greg Clausen, Chief Pharmacist 200 1st St East Independence, IA 50644 TEL 319-334-7155 FAX 319-334-7156

	Medical Associates of Independence, P.C.
	1100 First Street East Independence, IA 50644 319.334.2541

	Millennium Therapy
	Hours: 6 a.m. - 6 p.m. (Other times by appointment) Physical Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Speech Therapy and Sports Strength & Conditioning Jane Priebe, Director 2300 Swan Lake Blvd Suite 103 Independence, IA 50644 Phone: 319-334-5155 Fax: 319-334-6166 E-mail: mrehab-ind@indytel.com
	Website:   http://www.millenniumtherapy.com

	Pathways Behavioral Services
	"The path to restore your life" PATHWAYS is a non-profit substance agency providing services to Buchanan and surrounding counties. We offer treatment for adults, adolescents and family members. We are state certified for the OWI evaluations and the state mandated educational class. We will accept private health insurance, Title 19, and sliding fee scale based on income. We offer individual outpatient sessions and groups. If necessary, we have access to Residential, and Intensive programming. Prevention programming available. Referrals are not necessary to seek services. 209 2nd Avenue NE PO Box 7 Independence, IA 50644 Phone (319) 334-6163 FAX (319) 334-4035

	Puffett Chiropractic
	Hours: Monday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday: 8:30 am - 6:30 pm Wednesday: 8:00 am - 12:00 pm Thursday: 8:30 am - 6:30 pm Friday: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday: 8:00 am - 11:00 am Jason Puffett, D.C. 201 3rd Ave SE Independence, IA 50644 319-334-2324 FAX 319-334-2494 jcpuffett@hotmail.com

	West Village
	Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, and Living Centers Medicare/Medicaid Certified Visit our website: www.abcmcorp.com! 1610 Third St. NE Independence, IA 50644 (ph) 319-334-6039 (fax) 319-334-9025 (email) westvcc@indytel.com