Shepherd's Gate Health
Nourished. Affirmed. Empowered.
Transforming Communities
Discover the Heart of Shepherd's Gate Health
Welcome to Shepherd's Gate Health, located in the heart of York County, South Carolina. We are a dedicated non-profit organization focused on providing accessible, collaborative, and committed preventive healthcare to those in need. Our story begins with our founder, Javin Peterson, whose personal journey and ...
Explore Our Comprehensive Health Solutions
We are passionate about delivering comprehensive preventive healthcare solutions that address the root causes of health disparities in our community. Our flagship program, the Food Pharmacies initiative, plays a vital role in tackling food insecurity by providing access to nutritious food and integrating it into ...
What We Stand For
Mission
At Shepherd's Gate Health, our mission is to serve SGH patients using a unique Food Is Medicine (FIM) model including coordinated health coaching and community health worker integration to ensure they lead Nourished, and Empowered lives.
Values
Compassion is at the heart of everything we do; we believe in treating everyone with kindness and understanding, ensuring that all individuals feel respected and cared for. We approach our work with a spirit of humility, recognizing that we are part of a larger community effort to promote health equity. Service is viewed as a privilege, and we are dedicated to making a positive impact.
Vision
We envision a world where food is recognized as nourishing medicine that promotes health and prevents disease, every person is affirmed in their worth, and communities are empowered to thrive in health and wholeness. Nourished. Affirmed. Empowered.
Discover the incredible stories of our dedicated volunteers who are transforming lives through our Community Food Pharmacy Program. Learn how their passion and commitment are making a lasting impact in our community. Don't miss out on this inspiring blog post—read "Volunteer Spotlight: Making a Lasting Impact Through Our Food Pharmacies" now!
