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The new Worcester Recovery Center and Hospital is designed to care for the most severely mentally ill patients.

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The $302 million structure is one of the most expensive public construction projects in the state’s history.

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A cafe, general store, bank, library, game rooms, and gyms encourage patients to interact with others in the hospital.

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Fitness rooms and basketball courts will encourage physical activity at the hospital.

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A beauty salon, intended to create a more comfortable and social atmosphere, is one of hospital's many amenities.

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A common room at the entrance to a residential wing.

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In the residential wing of the hospital, patients will live in private bedrooms.

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A private one-bedroom space has a closet, desk, and private bathroom. The recovery center will contain a total of 320 beds.

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The hospital also contains a non-denominational chapel.

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The hospital has multiple courtyards for residents to enjoy the outdoors.