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Virginia Baptist Hospital Transition

Centra's goal is to work with our community to explore possibilities for the Virginia Baptist Hospital campus that respects its history, strengthens the neighborhood and supports the long-term needs of the community.
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Our Approach

Virginia Baptist Hospital has been an important part of Lynchburg and the surrounding region for more than a century. Generations of community members have personal connections to the campus, and Centra recognizes both the deep history of the site and its meaningful place within the Rivermont neighborhood.

As healthcare delivery continues to evolve, we have been thoughtfully modernizing our system of care to better meet the needs of our patients and communities. With recent investments positioning Lynchburg General Hospital as the primary hub of care, we are now exploring potential future uses for the Virginia Baptist Hospital campus.

Because of the campus’s historic nature and its close connection to the surrounding neighborhood, we are committed to approaching this work with care, transparency and collaboration. We believe the future of this campus should honor its legacy while being compatible with the community it has long served.
 

What you can Expect

We have engaged experienced advisors to help guide this process and ensure that any future vision is thoughtful, feasible and aligned with community values. Community input will play a critical role in shaping next steps.

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Community Engagement 

Over the coming months, we will invite neighbors, employees, volunteers and community members to participate in a collaborative planning process. 

This will include:

  • An open house for the community
  • Public surveys
  • A community design Charette where potential ideas and visions for the site will be shared and discussed.

Timeline

January - Employee & Neighborhood Meetings

February 12 - Community Open House

March 24 & 25 - Design Charette

June 25 - Discover the Possibilities for the Future of Virginia Baptist Hospital

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