As Lawrence General takes over Holy Family and four other former Steward Health Care hospitals, they face a number of challenges. One of the most significant may be integrating thousands of former Steward employees who watched conditions in their hospitals deteriorate as Steward's financial losses mounted. Some of the changes may be difficult for Holy Family's 1,400 workers, especially when it comes to employee benefits like health insurance. Many workers expect their health insurance will be much more expensive under Lawrence General.
