Tri-State Community Health Center Receives $1.4 Million Grant to Expand Healthcare Services in Memphis

Tri-State Community Health Center in Memphis, Tennessee, has been awarded a grant of $1,416,200 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Congressman Steve Cohen of TN-9 made the announcement today, emphasizing the critical role that Tri-State Community Health Center plays in providing healthcare services to many individuals who do not have access to affordable health insurance due to Tennessee’s failure to expand its Medicaid program, TennCare.

The lack of Medicaid expansion in Tennessee puts a strain on financially burdened hospitals who are left to provide high levels of uncompensated care to uninsured individuals. This also prevents Tennesseans from fully benefiting from a federal program that they already contribute to through their tax dollars. Congressman Cohen commended Tri-State Community Health Center for their important work and expressed his gratitude that they were awarded these funds to support their services.

The grant will help Tri-State Community Health Center continue its efforts in providing much needed healthcare services to the underserved population in Memphis. The funding will enable them to expand their reach and impact in the community, ensuring that more individuals have access to affordable and quality healthcare. Congressman Cohen’s support for Tri-State Community Health Center reflects his commitment to improving healthcare access for all residents in his district and beyond.