Building Project

Building plans will streamline efficiency, construction to be completed in phases.

Architectural drawings and floor plans are complete.  Physicians, department managers, and staff have poured over wish lists and space requirements for the departments affected by the facility renovation. Requests have been prioritized so St. Joseph's Area Health Services stands out as a quality regional medical center for patients and their families. Drawings will soon be available for the public. Plans are to build and renovate in three phases and groundbreaking for the new construction began in late May and early June of 2007.

The facility project is absolutely essential to continue the positive momentum and continued expansion of services to meet the growing healthcare needs in our region.

This enhanced environment will provide not only much improved space for patients and family members to receive healthcare, but will also enhance the practice environment for physicians and area healthcare professionals.

The new plan incorporates St. Joseph's existing building with a new Dakota Clinic, entrance area unites look

Architectural renderings from Hammel, Green & Abrahamson, Inc. (HGA) give an indication of what the south entrance will look like as St. Joseph's Area Health Services gears up for the new building and renovation project expected to begin next spring.

St. Joseph's and Dakota will share a main entrance (above) for patients and guests. A closer look (below) demonstrates how the valet design shields visitors from the elements upon entering the facility.

The renovation project ultimately will help to improve the way healthcare is delivered to patients by allowing a streamlined service through shared space and close proximity.

We're there when you need us

With Dakota Clinic and St. Joseph's Area Health Services under one roof, patient safety and quality care will continue to be our top priority - now and into the future. It's our job to be there when you need us, whether that's today or tomorrow.

• The $26 million project will house St. Joseph's and Dakota Clinic under one roof creating a medical center for the region.
• New emergency room will double in size and include an enclosed ambulance entrance.
• New outpatient ambulatory care space will be built to accommodate growing outpatient services.
• A medical office building (50,000-60,000 sq. ft.) will be integrated into the hospital. This will allow improved patient services, convenience, and greatly improves practice environment for physicians. Doctors will be in better proximity to their hospital patients while seeing patients through Dakota Clinic. Everyone will enjoy the improved parking.
• Expanded surgical services.
• Expanded imaging department.
• Large and improved waiting areas for patients and families.
• New gift shop.
• New hospital and clinic lobby plus registration area.
• Remodeled intensive care unit.
• Completely renovated patient rooms including new bathroom facilities, with an increased number of private rooms.
• New main entrance which will allow for improved patient/visitor access.
• Replace central plant (heating and cooling).

A place of honor on the 'Tree of Life'

As a major donor of $1,000 or more, your name or company will be prominently listed on a wall of honor in our new and renovated facility. You may also have a space named in memory of a loved one. Top-level donors may affix their names to a specific treatment area or piece of equipment. Contributions in the friends level will be listed in a commemorative book of remembrance.

We depend on your support

St. Joseph's Campaign Executive Committee and Foundation Board firmly believes in the importance of St. Joseph's Area Health Services to our area, not only as a quality healthcare facility, but also as a major economic force. We and others feel an obligation to help ensure that St. Joseph's Area Health Services remains a vital community resource and will be available to our families in the future.

You are invited to join us in making a commitment to this critical campaign. Your action shows leadership by making an investment as we build for our future together.

The scope of this project causes us to seek and make extraordinary investments. Those of us who invest send a statement to others that we see the needs of our area being served by St. Joseph's Area Health Services.

Thank you for your consideration. Your support with this building project will help make a difference in our community and service region.

For a guided tour of our facility, please call our Campaign Office at 218-237-5711 and ask for Cynthia Rooney.

Foundation office: 600 Pleasant Avenue, Park Rapids, MN 56470
Phone: 218-237-5711