Maryland Heights Center for Cognitive Disorders Breaks Ground

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National HealthCare Corporation (NHC) has commenced construction on the Maryland Heights Center for Cognitive Disorders, a 16-bed facility aimed at providing psychiatric care for geriatric patients. Located adjacent to NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights, the 12,804-square-foot center is expected to open in Q2 2022 and will create 31 jobs in St. Louis County. This center aims to enhance the continuum of care for seniors experiencing cognitive illnesses, addressing a critical need in the community.

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• Construction of a facility dedicated to cognitive disorders enhances NHC's service offerings.
• The center will create 31 local jobs in St. Louis County.
• The new center is part of a strategic expansion to improve psychiatric care for seniors.

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Construction has started on the Maryland Heights Center for Cognitive Disorders. The 16-bed center will be the second venture of its kind in Missouri for National HealthCare Corporation (NYSE American: NHC).

“We are pleased to provide high quality care to seniors who may be experiencing psychological or emotional difficulties in St. Louis County and the surrounding area,” said Mel Rector, regional senior vice president at NHC.

The center will provide psychiatric care to geriatric patients who require inpatient hospitalization due to mental disorders, including cognitive illnesses. The center will be adjacent to NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights, a 220-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation center.

The 12,804-square-foot facility will be located at 2920 Fee Fee Road. The center will provide 31 jobs for St. Louis County. The center is projected to open in the second quarter of 2022.

“Treating cognitive disorders is a critical part of the continuum of care we are providing for the senior community and the center will add to much-needed services on our NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights campus,” said Susan Taylor, administrator at NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights.

To view a video message about the center, click here.

For more information, visit www.marylandheightsccd.com

About National HealthCare Corporation

NHC affiliates operate for themselves and third parties 75 skilled nursing facilities with 9,463 beds. NHC affiliates also operate 24 assisted living communities, five independent living communities, one behavioral health hospital and 35 homecare programs. NHC’s other services include Alzheimer’s and memory care units, hospice services, pharmacy services, a rehabilitation services company, and providing management and accounting services to third party post-acute operators. For more information, visit www.nhccare.com.

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FAQ

What is the Maryland Heights Center for Cognitive Disorders?

It is a new 16-bed facility being constructed by National HealthCare Corporation to provide psychiatric care for geriatric patients.

When is the Maryland Heights Center expected to open?

The center is projected to open in the second quarter of 2022.

How many jobs will the Maryland Heights Center create?

The center will provide 31 jobs for the St. Louis County community.

Where is the Maryland Heights Center located?

The center is located at 2920 Fee Fee Road, adjacent to NHC HealthCare Maryland Heights.

What services will the Maryland Heights Center provide?

The center will offer psychiatric care for geriatric patients with mental disorders, including cognitive illnesses.