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Education: The City of Benson is currently served by several public and charter schools for all age groups. Benson Unified School District is located on 350 S. Patagonia with students for high school, middle school and primary school levels. Benson Public Schools is a learning community that will effectively use our resources to provide a quality system of curriculum, instruction and assessment that ensures avenues of success for all students. Vision Unlimited Academy is located near Pomerene on 1275 E. Barney Lane. Visions Unlimited Academy, an Arizona Charter School, is a learning family instilling the desire for all individuals to reach their fullest potential. Grounded in integrity, excellence, and unlimited vision, the school community offers exceptional learning opportunities led by master teachers. New West Charter Schools is located in J-Six area on 3225 West Navajo Trail. The mission of the New West Charter School is to ensure that all students learn the skills, knowledge, behaviors and attitudes necessary for productive living in a changing, democratic society. The learning environment will be safe and productive. The New West Charter School has a commitment to excellence for all students. Cochise College has a Benson Center on the State Route 90 just off I-10 at exit 302, with special emphasis on computer aided learning. Cochise College was established in 1961 as the second community college in Arizona. The Benson Center is committed to serving citizens throughout the county for all educational needs. The neighboring communities of St. David and Pomerene also offer K-12 education, respectively. Medical: The community is serviced by the Benson Hospital, which is a 22-bed facility with a 24-hour emergency service. Benson employs both has resident doctors and dentists with additional physicians/specialists visiting the hospital at various times during the month. Benson also services a nursing home, Quiburi Mission Samaritan Center, found on 850 S US Hwy 80 and regional psychiatric health care facilities. Financial: There are two banks and two credit unions in Benson.