United States Department of Veterans Affairs
United States Department of Veterans Affairs

VA Central Iowa Health Care System

Visiting Hours and Policies

Visiting hours are based on the needs of the patient, and visitors are encouraged to discuss any special visiting needs with the unit's head nurse. Whenever possible and medically appropriate, the nurse will coordinate special visiting arrangements to meet patient and family needs.

Food and Beverages

Visitors may not bring food or beverages to patients without authorization from unit physicians or nurses.

Children Under 12 Years of Age

Unless otherwise specified by unit physicians or nurses, inpatients may visit with younger children in the waiting rooms. An adult must accompany children at all times.

Clergy

Members of the clergy are welcome to visit patients who are members of their particular religious group at any time at the discretion of the unit physicians or nurses.

Exceptions

For the health and well-being of a patient, the attending physician may limit, restrict, or deny visitation. We apologize for any inconvenience when this occurs, and appreciate your understanding that it may be medically necessary.

 


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Visiting Hours

8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. daily

Weekends and Holidays:
8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.