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!
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👩🏽🍳 Meet Culinary Instructor Savanna – The heart of our kitchen and a guiding light for so many.
"For me, it’s more than just teaching cooking—it’s about building confidence, creating friendships, and helping others find purpose. I’ve even seen guacamole change a few minds!" 🥑💫 #CulinaryConnections757 #Give757
Support Culinary Connections with a financial gift that helps make culinary accessible for ALL! Give now: https://bit.ly/ESPHGIVE757
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the autistic community! Today, we`re spotlighting Kami, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) on our Autism/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) team. She shares a recent moment of teamwork while supporting someone, leading to a positive outcome! 💛
“As a technician, I prioritize building meaningful connections and creating fun, inclusive environments where people feel supported. I recently supported someone going through a tough transition who had trouble expressing his feelings, often leading to frustration. Partnering with his Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), we introduced sign language as a way for him to express himself! Through playful and engaging activities, he quickly gained confidence using sign language. It’s been so rewarding to see him communicate with ease and navigate his world with greater independence!”
Learn more about our Autism/ABA services on our website!
#autismacceptancemonth #autismacceptance #abatherapy #aba #autism #autismservices #eastersealsporthealth
Every third week in April, volunteers across the country are celebrated during National Volunteer Week! 🎉 We’re so grateful for all of our amazing volunteers who make a difference every day. This year, we’re excited to highlight Latrice, one of our incredible volunteers! Latrice began volunteering with Culinary Connections in Virginia Beach, VA in 2024, and her passion and dedication have made a big impact.
Latrice shares, “Volunteering has broadened my perspectives and helped me grow in so many ways. I’ve developed valuable life skills that enable me to be a positive role model for my family and friends.” Thank you Latrice!
🔗 If you are interested in volunteering with Culinary Connections visit our website!
#volunteerweek #volunteerweek2025 #culinaryconnections #eastersealsporthealth #volunteer
We’re so close to reaching our Protect Medicaid goal! 2,736 emails have already been sent and we’re closing in on 3,500! 📬
Every email counts. Every voice matters. Help us stand up for millions who rely on Medicaid for care! It takes less than a minute to send an email to your legislators. If you`ve already sent yours, thank you! Please help us spread the word by sharing the link below with your friends, family and neighbors.
Let’s keep the momentum going, we’re almost there!
🔗 Click the link in our bio to send your email today.
#protectmedicaid #eastersealsporthealth #advocacy #protectmedicaidcampaign #medicaidmatters #medicaidadvocacy #standupformedicaid #defendmedicaid #accessibilitymatters #takeaction #useyourvoice
Happy Earth Day! 🌎
Our Transition to Employment (TTE) program and EMPOWER program in Morehead City, NC prepped their garden boxes for a season full of beautiful blooms. Planting flowers is a fun and meaningful way to celebrate the planet and help pollinators thrive! It directly contributes to environmental health and biodiversity. Flowers, like all plants, absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen, helping to clean the air. They also play a crucial role in supporting pollinators, like bees and butterflies, which are vital for plant reproduction and food production.
We can’t wait to see all the colorful flowers pop up throughout the warmer months 🌼
Learn more about our EMPOWER programs and TTE program on our website!
#earthday #eastersealsporthealth #earthday2025 #garden
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a time to celebrate and recognize the autistic community! We`re spotlighting Daphne, a Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) on our Autism/Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) team and a meaningful experience she recently had while supporting someone! 💛
"I recently supported someone who wasn’t fully engaged during their Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy sessions. After collaborating and discussing the purpose of therapy, we incorporated their input on how to best structure our sessions. Together, we developed a plan that aligned with everyone`s interests, leading to more engaging sessions and incredible progress!"
Learn more about our Autism/ABA services on our website!
#autismacceptance #autismacceptancemonth #autism #autismservices #abatherapy #aba #eastersealsporthealth
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