VA hospital inquiry finds shortcomings in care after veteran's death
An Inspector General review requested by Congress says the Iowa City VA facility showed shortcomings but could not prove they caused the death by suicide of Sgt. Brandon Ketchum, 33. The report notes mental health teams were not fully aware of the patient’s psychosocial struggles, potentially affecting care. Ketchum, a Marine and Army veteran with PTSD, died after seeking inpatient help in 2016. Five lawmakers, including Senators Grassley and Ernst, had asked for the probe.
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Iowa sales tax holiday eases back to school costs
As families stock up on erasers pencils and paper Iowa holds a sales tax holiday offering no tax on clothing and footwear under 100 dollars. Marion Cares director Laura Campbell notes school supply prices are high and urges mindful shopping before schools reopen August 23.
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Where to place violent 16 year old girl in Iowa
A juvenile court hearing examines placement for a 16 year old who attacked a staffer at Four Oaks Cedar Rapids and has been in Linn County Detention since April. The case questions the now closed Iowa State Training School for Girls and whether gender specific secure care is needed.
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Housing first shelter planned for Iowa City project
The Iowa Finance Authority awards Shelter House 2.7 million dollars to fund the FUSE Housing First Project in Iowa City. The two story building will have 24 one bedroom units with offices for case management and health services. The plan emphasizes housing over sobriety as the path to stabilization for chronically homeless individuals identified as frequent service users.
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