Parish Nursing

Parish nursing is an idea born out of the understanding of the healing ministry of the church and the need to return to health care that focuses on the whole person to emphasize wellness, disease prevention, and health promotion. A parish nurse is a registered nurse with additional training who serves members of the congregation and often people in the community as well.

Since 1999, GFHS has worked with the Belmont Health Cabinet, which is jointly funded by area churches and the Duke Endowment, to employ a Parish Nurse to serve the Belmont area. In 2001, a second Parish Nurse was hired for the East Gastonia area, again with support from local churches and the Duke Endowment.

For more information about the Gaston Family Health Services Parish Nurse Program, please call 704-853-5294.