St. Camillus recently received $6,431,159 in funding through the New York State Health Care Facility Transformation Grant (phase 2).
The New York State Department of Health announced the availability of funds under the Statewide Health Care Facility Transformation to help health care providers support facility transformation initiatives.
“We are thrilled to announce that St. Camillus was recently awarded the funds to make many critical capital improvements which will directly impact operational efficiencies, functionality, safety, regulatory compliance and support the provision of quality care and services,” said Michael Schafer, president of St. Camillus. “On behalf of our staff, residents, patients and communities in which we serve, we greatly appreciate the support from New York state.”
St. Camillus’s continuum of care includes skilled nursing (long-term care) and sub-acute rehabilitation. In addition, St. Camillus provides the only New York state-certified brain injury rehabilitation program in Central New York.
The NYS Healthcare Facility Transformation funds are specifically earmarked for capital improvement projects for the St. Camillus facility and will help support the organization’s initiative to improve the infrastructure and enhance the homelike environment for their residents and patients.
A series of facility upgrades has been launched, with the initial primary focus on the roof, flooring, elevators, and parking lot lighting. Construction will occur in phases over a duration of approximately 1.5 years. They consider having warehouse flooring for its durability and aesthetic look.
Projects include new roof and window on building 1; resident room furniture, HVAC upgrades, third floor lounge expansion, elevator modernization and upgrades to the main entrance, among other upgrades.