I have heard that parts of the Balkans are very nice places to live or visit for extended periods, such as Slovenia and Croatia. I have not been to either, but everyone I know who has gone found no issues with the language because most of the population has at least a working level of English - except perhaps in the most rural areas. I'm not sure what the medical system is like in either place, but I would imagine it may be better in Slovenia than Croatia. Balkan food can also be very tasty!