The center is designed to make the admissions process easier and more pleasant for patients, many of whom arrive at Burke in an ambulance or ambulette from an acute care hospital. Burke describes the new Welcome Center as being “a beautifully appointed, dedicated space that ensures safe, socially distanced, comfortable and dignified entry to Burke.” After meeting with admissions personnel, patients are taken to their rooms. Ninety out of the 150 beds at Burke are at the same level as the Welcome Center, generally avoiding an elevator ride.

Artists featured are: Isabelle Menin, Susan Wides, and Diana Bloomfield