Altru Behavioral Health Addition & Remodel

In Grand Forks, ND, Altru is building a behavioral health solution that ensures fewer patients are sent to larger neighboring health systems. This summer, the 17,000 SF expansion of Altru 860 broke ground, now renamed the Altru Behavioral Health Center. This facility—soon housing 15,000 SF of inpatient space and 2,000 SF of outpatient services—is part of a larger investment that addresses a critical regional need for mental health services. The facility will use Trauma-Informed design to destigmatize mental illness, optimize access, and personalize the patient experience, with sensory-sensitive features, enhanced privacy, and access to natural light. Once completed in 2026, the number of inpatient beds will double, fostering a comprehensive approach and full spectrum of resources to treat mental and behavioral health.