It's no secret, the Big Sandy Medical Center is expanding! For the entirety of the Medical Center's existence, the building has housed all entities under one roof; clinic, lab, xray, hospital, Emergency Department, and the long-term care. As advancements in medicine continue and changes are made to the rules and regulations from the Centers of Medicare and Medicaid, American Disabilities Act and other regulatory agencies, the need to expand became clear. A 5000 square foot modular clinic building was purchased to solve the need for more space. A very gracious donation from the Peterson Family allowed the building to be located just across from the hospital itself at 225 McNamara Avenue. We again offer thanks to Lance Peterson, Michelle Kaufmann and their families for that donation. We also extend gratitude to the Big Sandy Medical Services Foundation, and the Dora Mahood Estate for their generous donations to help make this project possible.
The building was delivered in January of 2022 and ground was broke in the Spring of 2023. The ground was prepared. Water, sewer and electric hook ups were prepared. The flooring in the building was replaced. The sidewalks were poured, a parking lot created, stairs/ramp were installed. The furniture was arranged. The walls were decorated and the rugs rolled out. Now, finally, on October 4, 2024 the Big Sandy Medical Center is pleased to invite you to the Grand Opening of the Rural Health Clinic!
The event will be held from 2-4 pm on the Friday of Chili Feed. Stop on over after Punt, Pass, Kick and explore the building, enjoy some refreshments and if the weather holds, some yard games. There will also be two door prize drawings to be entered in, just for showing up! Watch the ribbon cutting and then you can head on over to the Chili Feed to support the local Volunteer Fire Department and EMS crew, and continue your hometown pride at the football field to support our Pioneers!
We look forward to seeing you at the Grand Opening, October 4, 2 pm-4 pm!
