Pappas Hospital Staff Protest State's Alleged Shutdown

Workers at Pappas Rehabilitation Hospital for Children in Canton are alarmed as the state gradually reduces patients, despite dropping a closure plan last year. The historic facility, serving kids and young adults with severe disabilities, has seen a sharp drop in admissions and a rise in discharges, leaving beds empty. Staff and unions have expressed a strong vote of no confidence in the states public health commissioner, accusing the state of a sneaky shutdown. State officials maintain its normal patient turnover, but families and staff highlight the significant impact on vulnerable kids, many stuck in emergency rooms for months without the hospitals long-term care. The hospital faces challenges with aging buildings and systems, and a legislative commission is set to report by December, barring any service cuts. Meanwhile, the states budget keeps funding for Pappas, with leaders emphasizing collaboration to fix issues and preserve its vital role for these children.

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