Hammill House originally openened in 1975 as a 24 bed transportable seniors hostel unit and was established to accommodate carefully selected groups of residents. Day care, activities and industrial therapy also were established. Between 1976 and 1978 a 61 bed medical/geriatric block was established and officially opened by the then Hon D H Banfield, Minister for Health on 19 January 1978. It was named Hammill House honouring the hospital's medical superintendent Dr R D Hammill. Hammill House underwent a major redevelopment between 2001 and 2011 and now boasts a beautiful spacious and comfortable living environment for 30 residents.
Hammill House fosters and encourages residents to stay involved in the local community. Visiting organisations for social contact and support include: Multi-denominational Services; Bedford Community Visitors; Lions Club and a variety of local entertainers. Hammill House also encourages residents to stay connected by supporting current ativities outs