Laura Ames, Executive Director of AdCare Hospital, has more than 30 years of healthcare leadership experience. Laura brings an exceptional blend of clinical expertise, strategic vision, and operational excellence to her role.
Prior to joining AdCare Hospital, Laura served as the Director of Nursing at St. Vincent Hospital in Worcester and as Chief Executive Officer of Charles River Recovery in Weston, MA. She has also served as Recovery Centers of America’s Regional Chief Executive Officer for Danvers and Westminster, MA, and held numerous other CEO and VP roles at various healthcare organizations across Massachusetts.
Laura is a licensed registered nurse with direct patient care experience and holds several additional credentials:
- Licensed Nursing Home Administrator
- Certified Rehabilitation Registered Nurse
- Trauma-Informed Care Professional
- Active CARF Surveyor, supporting quality standards across the rehab industry
Laura delivers a passion for recovery and expertise in behavioral healthcare.
“Coming to AdCare Hospital, I was struck immediately by the facility’s role as a trusted pillar of healthcare in our community for more than 50 years. It is a privilege to guide this remarkable institution into the future, all the while preserving our tradition of providing exceptional, life-saving care.”