Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9) announced a $1,018,872 grant to Le Bonheur Community Health and Well-Being under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service’s Delta States Rural Development Network Grant Program. This grant will provide health services to underserved rural communities. Last week, Congressman Cohen also announced a planning grant to Le Bonheur Community Health and Well-Being to develop a rural health care network.
In a statement, Congressman Cohen expressed his support for creating and operating an integrated and collaborative rural health care network. The goal is to achieve efficiencies, expand access, improve quality of care, and strengthen the overall rural health care system. He commended Le Bonheur Community Health and Well-Being for taking steps to enhance the rural health care network in the region.
This funding will help address the critical need for improved health services in rural areas. By strengthening the rural health care network, Le Bonheur Community Health and Well-Being will be able to better serve the community and provide essential care to those who need it most. This investment is a positive step towards improving healthcare access and quality in underserved regions.