About Easterseals PORT Health
We are trustworthy, compassionate partners providing exceptional disability, mental health and substance use services to help our neighbors live their best lives. Purpose, dedication and empathy drive our in-person and telehealth service delivery. Our diverse and inclusive 2,600 member team provides more than 10.2 million hours of meaningful support to 40,200 kids, adults and families in 11,000 home, facility and community locations across North Carolina and Virginia.
Easterseals PORT Health is a 501(c)(3).
We are also one of 55 affiliates of the national United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) organization, one of the largest health nonprofits in the country dedicated to individuals with cerebral palsy and other disabilities. Learn more about the United Cerebral Palsy organization.
Easterseals PORT Health is accredited by CQL (The Council on Quality and Leadership). CQL believes in a world of dignity, opportunity and community for all people.
As a proud member of the Collaborative Health Network (CHN), we’re committed to delivering high-quality, value-based care through strong partnerships, shared learning and a focus on health equity.
Easterseals PORT Health’s Opioid Treatment Programs are CARF-accredited which signifies a commitment to quality, safety and patient-centered, measurable outcomes.
Impact in North Carolina and Virginia
2,800
Team members
11K
Home, facility + community locations
40.2K
Individuals + families served each year
10.2M
Annual hours of meaningful support
A message from our CEO, Luanne Welch
The people of Easterseals PORT Health ARE Easterseals PORT Health.
Three words come to mind when describing the people & organization I love & serve: Courage, Compassion & Care.
We demonstrate courage every time we change, grow & do more. As the needs of those we support change, WE change. We don’t always get it right the first time, but we grow together by asking thoughtful questions, listening with humility & respect, and moving forward from our mistakes.
We lead & serve with compassion. Fostering empathy & resilience within our team, our clients & communities. We meet people where they are & move forward together.
We care about the people we support & each other – the whole person. We care all the time – 24/7 – not just during the workday. We face challenges head-on & find solutions – together. We will continue to find ways to show up for the people who count on us every day.
Our courage, compassion & care fuel our commitment to be better & do better. We are dedicated to the IDEAL principles of Inclusive Culture, Different Voices, Embracing Potential, Authentic Self and Learning & Growing.
At the heart of ESPH is a resilient, sustainable, healthy, purpose-driven organization that is & will be here – day now & forward.
That’s who we are. That’s what we do. I invite you to join us!
Insights + News
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World Cerebral Palsy Day @worldcpday brings people together worldwide every October 6 to recognize the strengths and achievements of people with cerebral palsy (CP)💙
Easterseals PORT Health is an affiliate of @unitedcerebralpalsy_ (UCP), supporting their mission to promote the independence and inclusion of people with cerebral palsy, intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.
We are proud to raise awareness about cerebral palsy by sharing important information about CP and the experiences of Michael (picture 1) and Harley (picture 2)! 🔗Visit our Insights + News page on our website for the full story.
#UniqueANDUnited #worldCPday #eastersealsPORThealth
Join us on Thursday, November 26 at 8 AM for this year`s Turkey Trot, organized by our friends @rrcanational and @capecarteretgym .
📍 Location:
The GYM Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness
300 Taylor Notion Rd.
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
Time:
Starts at 8am
❤️ All proceeds support Easterseals PORT Health’s EMPOWER program in Morehead City, NC, helping individuals and families with developmental disabilities right here in our community.
Go to our link tree in bio to sign up today! 🦃🏃
Henry`s House is ready to support caregivers💙
Located in Burgaw, NC, we provide therapeutic respite services for children ages 6-21 with developmental disabilities and other complex needs. While caregivers take time for themselves, children enjoy engaging activities in a supportive environment.
Your input matters! 🔗 If you`re interested in being part of Henry`s House respite services or helping us better support caregivers, please complete our survey using the link in our bio.
Our Individual Placement + Support (IPS) team had a wonderful time at Family Fun Day, a community event hosted by the Robeson County Community Coalition! We loved connecting with others at the event and sharing information about our services and resources. Thank you to @trilliumhealthresources for sponsoring this fantastic event💙
🔗ESPH IPS services - eastersealsPORT.com/individual-placement-support
Register for this year`s Turkey Trot! Join us on Thursday, November 26 at 8AM for our Turkey Trot 2026 organized by our friends at @rrcanational & @capecarteretgym benefiting Easterseals PORT Health’s EMPOWER program:
📍The GYM Cape Carteret Aquatic & Wellness
300 Taylor Notion Rd.
Cape Carteret, NC 28584
All proceeds benefit Easterseals PORT Health’s EMPOWER program in Morehead City, NC - supporting individuals and families with developmental disabilities in our community. Use the link in our bio to secure your spot at the start line. 🦃🏃
We are incredibly proud of our three amazing residents from our Ashlyn Group Home who stepped up to the plate at the Special Olympics Cabarrus County @specialolympics_nc Annual Kickball Tournament! They brought their best energy, big smiles and fantastic sportsmanship to the field ⛹️🎊
A massive thank you to @elevationconcord for sponsoring this wonderful event and providing a delicious post-game cookout and to @pitts_school_road Elementary School for hosting us.
Our Individual + Community Services (ICS) program in Morehead City, NC, showed appreciation for their Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) through the art of making paper flowers💐🎨
Everyone created colorful tissue paper flowers and decorated cards for the DSPs while snacking on some sweet treats!
#eastersealsPORThealth #directsupportprofessionalappreciation #directsupportprofessional #directsupportprofessionaljobs #MoreheadCityNC #communityengagement #disabilityservices #disabilitysupport #disabilityservicesforadults
Football season is officially here, and Steven from our Ashcraft group home is soaking it in!🏈
Steven recently attended a Carolina Panthers game at the @bofastadium with his Direct Support Professional (DSP). We are rooting for you @panthers, make Steven proud!💙
#eastersealPORThealth #carolinapanthers #charlottenc #disabilityinclusion #accessibilitymatters #communityinclusion #sportsforall #charlottecommunity #inclusionmatters #disabilitycommunity #northcarolina #ncnonprofit
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