Public hearing will provide community members an opportunity to learn about the
proposed closure and share comments as rural healthcare providers face growing
financial and operational challenges
WATERTOWN, N.Y. — Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York (PPNCNY) will hold an all-virtual public hearing regarding the proposed closure of its Lowville Health Center, located at 7398 Turin Road, Lowville, NY, on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM.
The public hearing is being conducted as part of the New York State Department of Health’s facility closure review process. The hearing will provide patients, community members, healthcare providers, and other interested individuals an opportunity to learn more about the proposed closure and share their comments.
With approval from the New York State Department of Health, the hearing will be
conducted entirely virtually to provide an accessible opportunity for community
participation.
Public Hearing Details
• Date: Monday, November 16, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
• Format: Virtual
• Registration: https://ppncny-
org.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YUvqB0VYQcebYvI0QY6NoQ#/registration
• Virtual access: Registration in advance is required using the provided link.
Comments can be submitted through a moderator at the event. Contact
media@ppncny.org for a copy of the registration link.
PPNCNY previously announced its intention to close the Lowville Health Center by
December 31, 2026, pending approval from the New York State Department of Health. Planned Parenthood health centers face growing financial challenges such as constant federal attacks and low Medicaid reimbursement rates to Planned Parenthood making it even more difficult for patients to access care. These challenges are even greater for Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York, which serves rural communities where people may need to travel long distances to find a healthcare provider.
Patients will continue to have access to services through PPNCNY’s other health centers, including Watertown, as well as telehealth services where appropriate. PPNCNY’s patient navigation team is available to assist patients with questions, referrals, and connections to available services.
For questions about the public hearing or to receive the link for registration directly,
please contact media@ppncny.org.
About Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York
Planned Parenthood of the North Country New York provides sexual and reproductive healthcare, education, and advocacy throughout Northern New York. Serving communities across six counties, PPNCNY is committed to ensuring that individuals have access to high-quality, compassionate, and inclusive healthcare.