ABOUT HANDS OF HOPE
At Hands of Hope Medical Clinic, we offer 100% free medical care to residents of Yadkin County between the ages of 18 – 64 who have no insurance and are not receiving Disability, Medicare or Medicaid. We provide medical care as it would be received at a typical medical clinic. This includes treatment for hypertension (high blood pressure), diabetes, common infections, and other diseases or conditions. We also have access to many lab tests to assist our providers in diagnosis and treatment. If necessary, we also have relationships with other community resources to find the health care services you may need. We do not provide or distribute controlled drugs or substances. We speak Spanish! (Nosotros hablamos español).
Our Beliefs
OUR MISSION
To provide a medical home to the uninsured and those unable to obtain healthcare from other sources.
OUR VISION
Hands of Hope Medical Clinic’s mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality medical care to underserved and vulnerable residents of Yadkin County. The clinic aims to ensure access to essential healthcare services for individuals and families who may otherwise be unable to afford or obtain necessary medical attention. By focusing on holistic care, Hands of Hope seeks to improve overall health outcomes, promote wellness, and foster a sense of hope and dignity in the community it serves.
OUR VALUES
Deliver healthcare in a respectful and dignified manner to all who seek our services
Treat all we serve with compassion in a manner that glorifies God
Assist our patients unconditionally within the constraints of the clinic’s resources and policies
Promote independence, well-being and self-sufficiency
Be good stewards with the resources that are given to the clinic in order to provide care to the most patients possible
Our Board Members
Megan Diffenbaugh, PharmD, BCACP, CPP, Board Chair
has been a pharmacist for over ten years. She currently works as a clinical pharmacist at Novant Health Yadkin Medical Associates. She loves her family, helping her patients, and supporting her community.
Patty Williams, F-NP
has been a nurse practitioner for over 20 years. She has a servant’s heart and has volunteered for many nonprofits through the years. She currently works for Novant at Yadkin Medical Associates, Yadkinville.
Dr. James McGrath, MD, Medical Director
is also medical director for Yadkin County Medical Clinic. Dr. McGrath has a private practice in Yadkinville and has volunteered for many years at the clinic.
Kathy Briggs
has been a resident of Yadkin County for 30 years. She has owned and operated Assisted Living Facilities for 30 years as well as a medical supply company. She has a great understanding of healthcare and the challenges people face on a daily basis regarding healthcare.
Dr. Mary Katherine Taylor, DDS, ADA, NCDS, AIAOMT
is a Yadkin County native who returned to the area after graduating from dental school. She is in private practice at Virtue Dental Care in Yadkinville and is volunteering her time to serve on several boards in the community, including the Yadkin County Health Advisory Board.
retired from the blood bank at Hugh Chatham Memorial Hospital in Elkin, NC. She has volunteered in the laboratory at our clinic since 2017.
Brian Schoonover
Since moving to Clemmons in 2016, Brian has worked in & around the construction industry in various roles. For the last 2 years, he’s been with Omniverus General Contractors as a project manager. They specialize in residential & commercial renovations & construction. Previously, Brian has held positions in the medical, iron foundry and government contracting industries and owned a small remodeling & renovation company. He is also a veteran of the US Army & Army Reserves. Also, Brian is owner of CI by Phoenix, LLC a Continuous Improvement Company.
Michael Williams CRNA, MSN, Founder
was born in Yadkin County. During nursing school Michael realized there was a need for a free clinic to provide health care for residents of Yadkin County who were uninsured. Michael owns Twin City Anesthesia and lives in Clemmons, NC.
Lena Williams
is the mother of founder Michael and board member Melissa. She has volunteered from the beginning of the clinic and worn many hats. Her most recent position was Volunteer Coordinator.
Melissa Combs, CFP, MBA
is a Senior Partner with The Chase Combs Private Wealth Management Group of Wells Fargo Advisors. She is the founder’s sister and her family currently lives in Yadkin County.
Our Community Partners
