About Easterseals PORT Health
We are trustworthy, compassionate partners providing exceptional disability, behavioral health and addiction treatment 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 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.
Impact in North Carolina and Virginia
2,600
Team members
11K
Home, facility + community locations
40K
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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We were proud to be a sponsor of the 2025 Mental Health Matters Fair, hosted by the @sola.amari Endowment this past Saturday in Raleigh, NC! 💚
It was a meaningful day filled with community and connection. Our Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) team enjoyed sharing information about our services and the positive impact they have on individuals and families. Our sensory-friendly play space was also a huge hit with attendees of all ages! Thank you to everyone who stopped by to support mental health awareness and advocacy.
#mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthmonth #mentalhealthawareness #eastersealsporthealth
Residents at our Commonwealth group home in Charlotte, NC created a heartfelt Mother’s Day chain for their Holiday Tree, a special tree they decorate for each holiday throughout the year! 💗
Using pastel-colored paper, they wrote words that reflect the love, strength and beauty of mothers everywhere. With support from staff, the paper links were joined together to form a touching display now featured on the tree. We love celebrating the creativity and community our residents bring to every project!
#eastersealsporthealth #mothersday #create #community #crafts
Easterseals PORT Health was proud to participate as a Gold Sponsor at the 4th Annual Southeastern Summit for Behavioral Health! 🌟
This interprofessional conference brought together clinicians and providers from across North Carolina to explore the latest in trauma-informed care, addiction treatment, mental health and much more. Our team was proud to share information about our services and ESPH`s commitment to providing person-centered, evidence-based behavioral health care.
Learn more about our Behavioral and Mental Health services at eastersealsport.com/services
#eastersealsporthealth #behavioralhealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness
Easterseals PORT Health is proud to be a sponsor of the 2025 Mental Health Matters Fair hosted by the @sola.amari Endowment! Join us on Saturday, May 10 from 1PM - 4PM at Midtown Park at North Hills in Raleigh, NC for an afternoon dedicated to mental health awareness and community connection 💚
Our Autism and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) team will be on-site with a welcoming tent to share information about our services. Families can enjoy a dedicated play space for children, along with sensory-friendly giveaways and snacks, all in a supportive and inclusive environment. We’re excited to connect with local families and support the mission of making mental health resources more accessible in our community!
#eastersealsporthealth #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthmonth #mentalhealthawareness
⏰ JUST A FEW HOURS LEFT!
Let’s give the Culinary Connections team the tools to thrive — from spatulas to self-confidence.
Your gift helps us offer real culinary skills and brighter futures to individuals overcoming life’s challenges. 💪
💥 There’s still time to make a difference: https://bit.ly/ESPHGIVE757
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🥄 MIDDAY CHECK-IN!
Thanks to YOU, our #CulinaryConnections program is heating up! 🔥
We’re halfway through #GiveLocal757 — and working on our goal. Help us continue providing kitchen-based training, confidence, and community to those who need it most.
Let’s turn up the heat! 🔗 https://bit.ly/ESPHGIVE757
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