Valley Health, in partnership with Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation, proudly celebrated the topping out — marking the placement of the final steel beam and a major milestone in the construction of this transformative facility — of the new Rehabilitation Tower on Wednesday, October 22, at Winchester Medical Center (WMC).
The topping out ceremony, a tradition in the construction industry symbolizing progress and partnership, brought together Valley Health and Mary Free Bed leaders, team members, construction partners, and community stakeholders to commemorate the continued advancement of the $75 million project.
“This moment is about more than steel and concrete, it’s a symbol of our shared commitment to expanding access to world-class rehabilitation care right here in our region,” said Tonya Smith, Chief Operating Officer, Valley Health and President, Winchester Medical Center. “We are proud to see this vision taking shape and look forward to the impact this facility will have on our patients and community.”
The new facility will centralize and expand rehabilitation services currently offered across multiple Valley Health locations, including the following services:
- Acute inpatient rehabilitation
- Outpatient physical, occupational, and speech therapy
- Orthotics & Prosthetics + Bionics
A climate-controlled skywalk will connect the tower to the main hospital, improving access for medically-complex patients and staff.
The project, built by Howard Shockey & Sons, Inc. and designed by Kahler Slater Architects, will be completed in 2026.