Mission Statement

The Heart Society’s mission is to increase awareness of cardiac disease, to promote heart healthy lifestyles and to provide services to local heart patients.

History

  The Heart Society is a local, independent organization working to meet needs of people in Gaston County.   

The Heart Society began in 1952 as a part of the American Heart Association, but disaffiliated in 1982.  In 1982, the Heart Society joined the United Way of Gaston County. 

As a local organization, 100% of the Heart Society’s resources are used in Gaston County.

Heart Society of Gaston County, Inc.

1201 East Garrison Blvd.
Gastonia, NC  28054
704-865-1214




Know Your Risk for Heart Attack

Heart disease is the #1 killer of adults in Gaston County.  It affects adults of all ages and economic levels. 

Cardiovascular risk factors that you can change:

  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes
  • Smoking
  • Lack of regular exercise
  • Stress

 

The Heart Society of Gaston County is a local organization dedicated to fighting heart disease in Gaston County.

Helping People in Gaston County

The Heart Society is working to make a difference in Gaston County through 3 program areas:

  • Medication Assistance
  • Cholesterol & Blood Pressure Screenings
  • Heart Health Education

 

Medication Assistance

The Medication Assistance Program provides heart medication to clients who are unable to afford their prescriptions. Medication is provided through local drug stores and the drug companies’ Indigent Drug Programs. 

 

Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Screenings

Total and HDL Cholesterol Screenings are offered at various locations using a portable analyzer.  Screenings are held on-site for local organizations and at the Heart Society office.  Results and counseling are given at the time of the screening.  Participants are charged a nominal, cost recovery fee for the supplies used. 

 

Heart Health Education

The Cardiovascular Health Education program addresses modifiable risk factors such as high cholesterol and high blood pressure, obesity, smoking and a sedentary lifestyle. We provide programs for adults and youth through schools, church groups, civic organizations and businesses.

Special Events

Each year the Heart Society sponsors several special events.  Volunteers organize these events.

  • Heart Ball
  • Heart Walk
  • Open Heart Open Golf Tournament

 

100% of the Heart Society’s resources are used in Gaston County to support local programs and services.
                                                               

An endowment with the Community Foundation offers donors an opportunity to invest in the Heart Society’s future through donations of stocks, and by naming the Heart Society as the beneficiary of life insurance policies, IRAs and 401-K plans.

For more information about the Heart Society, please
call 704-865-1214.