About Us
HealthNet Gaston – History & Impact
HealthNet Gaston (HNG) was founded with a mission to improve the health status of the community by providing low-income, uninsured residents with access to a full continuum of healthcare and supportive services. Over time, HNG has expanded its scope to address both health and social needs, focusing on education, advocacy, and resources that promote lasting well-being.
Today, HNG leads multiple initiatives aimed at preventing and ending homelessness, supporting justice-involved individuals, and improving access to healthcare for vulnerable populations. As the Lead Agency for the NC-509 Continuum of Care, HNG coordinates regional strategies and partnerships across Gaston, Lincoln, and Cleveland counties.
Our Mission
HealthNet Gaston supports the health and social needs of the underserved members of our community through Education, Advocacy and Resources to promote lasting wellbeing.
HealthNet Gaston's past, present, and future revolves around serving those most in need.
Originally launched by Kintegra Health to provide basic healthcare services to low-income, uninsured individuals with chronic health conditions, HealthNet Gaston has evolved over time as a safety net for Gastonia and surrounding counties. HealthNet Gaston continues to help low-income households access Medicaid and connect to healthcare providers across the region. In addition, HealthNet Gaston coordinates the regional response to homelessness across Gaston, Cleveland, and Lincoln Counties. As both a systems response coordinator and direct services provider, HealthNet Gaston is ever present for those most in need of healthcare, housing, shelter, and basic needs.
HealthNet Gaston has a small and committed team of caring professionals dedicated to ensuring that everyone in need is able to find and receive the assistance they truly need. From street outreach workers, to housing and healthcare navigators, to systems-change catalysts, HealthNet Gaston's team remains focused on those the organization was created to serve.
Meet Our Team
HealthNet Gaston has a small but highly dedicated team of professionals focused on delivering highly impactful programs that assist those most in need.
Interim Executive Director
Housing Program Navigator
Street Outreach Healthcare Specialist
Project Support Coordinator
HealthNet Gaston Board of Directors
Todd Davis, MD (President) - Caromont Medical Center
Veronica Feduniec (Vice President) - Kintegra Health
Shari Reese (Treasurer) - CaroMont Health
Pastor Ricky Collins - Tabernacle Baptist Church
Melanie Tarrant Bull - Legal Aid of NC
Donna Elliott - Kintegra Health
Daughtry Hopper - Boys and Girls Club of Greater Gaston
Shannon Meyers - Gaston County Dept. of Health & Human Services
Andrea Stephens - United Way of Gaston County
Abigail Newton - Gaston County Public Health