Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital

Grace Cottage Family Health & Hospital is an independent, non-profit critical access hospital located in Townshend, Vermont. Founded in 1949 by Dr. Carlos G. Otis, the hospital has grown significantly since its inception as a small 19-bed facility. Committed to providing high-quality healthcare, Grace Cottage specializes in acute, rehabilitative, and palliative care aimed at serving the local community. The organization is designed to ensure comprehensive care, with specialties that include a 24/7 emergency department, diagnostic imaging, and a full-service laboratory. Grace Cottage also provides services to patients beyond the hospital setting with outpatient offerings that include primary care, rehabilitation, and wellness initiatives.

The hospital boasts a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, including twelve primary care providers, a pediatrician, a psychiatric nurse practitioner, and specialists in physical, occupational, and speech therapies. Additionally, Grace Cottage is equipped with a retail pharmacy, Messenger Valley Pharmacy, which complements its healthcare services by providing convenient access to medications. The mission of Grace Cottage is to go beyond patient care, making sure that every individual receives personalized attention and the highest standard of healthcare. Furthermore, the institution adheres to regulations ensuring the non-discrimination of treatment based on various demographic factors, supporting health equity in the community it serves.