Two Massachusetts Hospitals Close Amid Bankruptcy

Carney Hospital in Dorchester and Nashoba Valley Medical Center in Ayer officially closed their doors on Saturday due to the bankruptcy of Steward Health Care, which failed to find qualified bidders for the facilities. The closures leave communities without immediate access to healthcare, causing distress among patients and employees alike, many of whom expressed their sorrow and uncertainty about the future. Governor Maura Healey's administration has pledged to assist affected workers and ensure continued healthcare access in the region. Ambulatory services will remain on standby for a week to help transition patients to other hospitals while addressing transportation and medical record access needs. The closure adds to ongoing concerns regarding healthcare availability as Steward Health Care sells off its remaining facilities amid bankruptcy proceedings. The fate of the properties now rests with a federal bankruptcy judge, with potential buyers likely focused on real estate development rather than healthcare.