Board Member

J. Mark Bayer, RN

Mark Bayer, a native of Horry County, SC grew up in the area and graduated from Socastee High School. He pursued his education at Coastal Carolina University and obtained his nursing degree from Horry Georgetown Technical College. Throughout his nursing graduate program, Mark dedicated his time to volunteering and working with support groups at Careteam Plus. While Mark gained experience as a critical care nurse at various hospitals along the Grand Strand, he ultimately felt a strong connection to his role within the Tidelands Hospital System, formerly Georgetown and Waccamaw Hospital.

Mark previously served on the board of Directors for Careteam Plus early in his career and is now returning to the organization. In the past, he held the position of Vice President for The Center Project, an LGBTQ+ Community Center. Currently, he is a founding member of the PFLAG Chapter in Pawleys Island, in a leadership role. Mark focuses on providing support , education, and advocacy for the local queer community and their allies. Additionally, Mark has a deep compassion for therapy dogs. He volunteered with one of his former Great Danes, regularly visiting patients at Conway Manor and Price George Assisted Living.

Mark and his spouse live in southern Horry county with their adopted son of four years and cherished dogs. He considers himself fortunate to be surrounded by love and support, recognizing it as his responsibility to provide the same for the community. He is committed to encouraging, educating, and advocating for the community aiming to empower everyone to experience the same sense of belonging and support that he feels.

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