Senior Manager of Health Programs
Melina Pineyro is the Senior Manager of Health Programs at the National Alliance for Caregiving, where she leads the development, expansion, and execution of healthcare programs aimed at creating systemic change to improve the health and well-being of family caregivers. With a strong emphasis on health equity, Melina collaborates with NAC’s Director of Programs to oversee a diverse portfolio of projects, including the Cancer Caregiving Collaborative and the Transplant Caregiving Project.
At Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida, Melina developed two innovative, health-focused programs that integrated Food as Medicine principles with community engagement. In addition to addressing nutritional needs, she also connected community members with essential resources beyond food. By prioritizing access to these services and amplifying community voices, she ensured the programs holistically addressed the needs of underserved populations. Her efforts not only improved health outcomes but also fostered long-term, sustainable initiatives tailored to the evolving needs of the community.
During her time at AdventHealth University, Melina focused on building strong community partnerships, organizing health fairs, and managing service learning and community service events. These initiatives enhanced her leadership and program evaluation skills, allowing her to implement strategies that support community well-being.
Melina holds a Master of Public Health with a concentration in Health Education, Promotion, and Behavior from the University of West Florida, dual Bachelor of Science degrees from Florida International University, and has completed the equivalent of a Master of Medical Sciences at Universidad Iberoamericana. Her commitment to addressing social determinants of health drives her focus on creating sustainable programs that elevate the quality of life for family caregivers and vulnerable populations.
Originally from Delaware and now residing in Florida, Melina enjoys spending time with her family and friends. Outside of work, she loves cooking, reading, watching TV, and indulging in her hobbies of collecting mugs, anime, and Marvel figures. She also cherishes visiting her motherland, the Dominican Republic.
