Groundbreaking: Vera French Clinic at Central Park
Vera French Mental Health Center hosted a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, April 19th to celebrate the beginning of construction for the addition and renovation of the existing Vera French Clinic at Central Park.
Originally built in 1971 and then rededicated in 2021 for it’s 50th anniversary, the building will undergo a 1,206 s.f. renovation that will enhance functionality and aesthetics of the space. The new 3,133 s.f. addition to the building will include:
- Structure consisting of heavy laminated timber beams, columns, and purlins
- ADA accessible storefront entrance
- Full-height windows providing natural lighting and outdoor views
- Two patient intake rooms
- Reception and waiting areas
- Parking lot upgrades
The Vera French Mental Health Center has been providing mental health services since 1967. Today, Vera French Mental Health Center employs over 200 staff members at their various centers in Davenport and Bettendorf, IA, providing a variety of mental health services.
This project aligns with Vera French Mental Health Center’s core value of accessibility and their mission “to remove any and all barriers to getting help and improve access for people regardless of their situation,” shared Dr. Rich Whitaker, Vera French CEO.
Construction is set to begin summer 2024 and is slated to be completed this winter. Russell is proud to be the design-build partner for the Vera French Clinic at Central Park.
Check out the press coverage of the Vera French Central Park project: