Origins

Naas General Hospital, originally built in the 1840s as a workhouse, has evolved into a modern healthcare facility.

The initial construction cost was around £6,500, but the final expenses reached £8,956. By the late 1800s, the workhouse accommodated over 1,300 people, particularly after the famine. In 1922, the workhouse was transformed into Naas County Hospital with support from the St John of God Sisters, who continue to be involved today.

Over the years, the hospital has changed management several times, becoming part of the Health Service Executive in 2005. In the 1980s, plans were made to develop Naas into a general hospital, and significant improvements have since been implemented. The first phase opened in 1991 with a 30-bed Psychiatry Unit, followed by expansions that added various essential services, including an Intensive Care Unit (ICU), an Emergency Department (ED), and more.

Developments

Naas General Hospital (NGH) is experiencing a period of growth and transformation with numerous building and infrastructure projects taking place or planned to take place. These strategic developments align with the HSE National Service Plan and Corporate Plan. These improvements are designed to better prepare NGH for future healthcare needs. By enhancing our facilities, we aim to maintain our role as a resilient provider of local healthcare, aligned with the HSE’s broader healthcare strategies.

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