Building Tomorrow’s Care Today: Cornerstone Forward Moves Ahead
October 30, 2025
The Cornerstone Forward Project at Adirondack Health continues to move steadily ahead, marking a major step toward modernizing inpatient care for our community.
Planning teams are finalizing architectural revisions to the patient room renovations, ensuring each design enhances comfort, safety, and healing. With construction costs increasing nationwide, Adirondack Health is working closely with architects, engineers, and project managers to manage expenses responsibly while preserving the full vision of the project. Based on updated drawings, the total estimated cost for Cornerstone Forward is approximately $21 million.
Phase I of the project—focused on the renovation of inpatient rooms and related infrastructures scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026. To maintain all 35 patient beds during construction, renovations will take place floor by floor over an estimated two-year period. Offices are being relocated to open space, and the third floor is buzzing with activity. New patient beds have been purchased and are ready for delivery once renovations begin.
Phase II will focus on modernizing dialysis and renal care services, ensuring patients across the Adirondacks continue to receive high-quality, lifesaving care close to home. As part of this effort, new dialysis machines have already been purchased to replace aging units that have reached the end of their service life—improving both reliability and the overall patient experience. Adirondack Health’s leadership and government relations teams are also pursuing state and federal funding, including appropriations and grants, to support this critical part of the project.
While national appropriations and construction timelines may shift due to federal delays, Adirondack Health remains firmly committed to advancing Cornerstone Forward. This initiative represents a once-in-a-generation investment in the future of rural healthcare, modern private patient rooms, enhanced accessibility, and a healing environment that reflects the compassion and excellence of Adirondack Health.
The groundwork is being carefully laid today for the hospital tomorrow. Together, we’re building a stronger, more patient-centered Adirondack Health for generations to come.
Building Tomorrow’s Care Today: Cornerstone Forward Moves Ahead