Hi; I don't know much specifically about St. Elizabeth's Hospital's history, but I have run into other Catholic hospitals that changed over the years. When St. Francis in Cincinnati became a "normal" or full-service hospital, there was still the 4th floor area in the 1950's which was basically a long-term care facility (nursing home) for the elderly residents who had been there for many years. This was in addition to the more up-to-date services offered. Then, I understand, it later reverted to a place of residence for the elderly. I wonder if perhaps St. Elizabeth's had a similar history and some of the patients were long term residents who just stayed because they were not able to go anywhere else? My mother was born at St. Elizabeth's in 1920 - so I know it was offering regular medical services at that time. Would like to hear more about the history of the hospital. Best wishes, Ann