Vermont
Update on ER services expansion project, fears amid funding freezes
ST. JOHNSBURY, Vt. (WCAX) – The Northeastern Vermont Regional Hospital is entering phase two of expanding their emergency services.
We’ve told you before about the hospital’s project to upgrade its aging emergency department. It includes renovations to the west wing of their emergency room, going from 9 to 16 beds.
The project also includes plans to double the size of their in-patient pharmacy. Renovations are expected to begin in March.
Officials say this is necessary with the Northeast Kingdom’s aging demographic. “What we have been told is that by the year 2030, which is only five years away now, 35% of the Northeast Kingdom’s population will be 65 and older. As people age, they naturally need more healthcare services. We are really seeing that trend,” NVRH CEO Shawn Tester said.
Hospital staff told WCAX they are nervous about getting federal dollars for the project amid the Trump administration’s efforts to freeze funding.
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