U.S. Representative Morgan Griffith

The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens, Inc., based in Cedar Bluff, Virginia, a $96,000 grant. The funding supports the purchase of medical equipment for the Bristol, Virginia, PACE Center. In response to this grant notice, U.S. Congressman Morgan Griffith (R-VA) issued the following statement: “This year, the new Bristol PACE Center opened to provide care for senior citizens. “This grant for nearly $100,000 helps the Appalachian Agency for Senior Citizens tend to the health care challenges faced by senior citizens in the region.” BACKGROUND As a member of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, Congressman Griffith serves as the Chairman of the Health Subcommittee. ###