134-bed Heywood Hospital not only weathered a Chapter 11 reorganization in 2024 but emerged stronger, retaining 100% of its providers, expanding services and earning a CMS 4-star rating. Rather than scaling back, the community hospital reopened its inpatient mental health unit, increased perioperative volume by 17%, and launched a maternal care hub in response to regional service gaps. Its deep-rooted commitment to behavioral health includes school partnerships across five districts, delivering over 5,000 youth telehealth sessions last year alone. Workplace support programs like “Caring for Colleagues” and an employee concierge service reflect a people-first culture, while civic efforts like the “HEAL Collaborative” promote local equity and engagement.
