Westerly (R.I.) Hospital is aggressively seeking a partnership with another institution, as it may be “unable to sustain itself” without, according to a Westerly Sun report.
William McKendree, chairman of the hospital board, said hospital officials have been discussing possible arrangements with a variety of potential partners of different sizes and types. Ideally, the board envisions a relationship where Westerly would remain a community hospital, according to the report.
Mr. McKendree says a partnership is not imminent, but officials are aggressively exploring their options. Westerly has not made a profit in 20 years, according to the report.
Read the Westerly Sun report on Westerly Hospital.
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