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
2,600
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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This Foster Care Month, we are celebrating our incredible foster parents who open their homes and hearts🏠💓
Meet Amanda! She shares, "The best part of being a foster parent is witnessing real change. Watching my foster placements transform from struggling and feeling unsafe to growing into who they are meant to be is an experience like no other."
Read Amanda`s full story at eastersealsPORT.com/fc2026
#eastersealsPORThealth #fostercare #adoption #foster #fostercareawareness #fosterfamily #fosterparents #fosterlove #family #fostercarejourney
Running for a cause! 🏃
Easterseals PORT Health’s VA Regional Education Assessment Crisis Services Habilitation (REACH) was a Silver Sponsor for the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Active for Autism 5K & Kids Dash for the third year in a row.
The team took part in the 5K event on April 19 in Alexandria, VA, showing their support for the autism community. Way to go team!
#eastersealsPORThealth #5k #run #runningforacause #autismawareness #ActiveForAutism #OAR5k #communitysupport #autismcommunity
May is Foster Care Month! Easterseals PORT Health’s Child Placement team helps place more than 270 foster children in loving homes each year.
We cannot do this work without great foster parents who are willing to open their home to a child. This month, it’s our pleasure to highlight some of our incredible foster care parents like Eugene.
"Being that steady presence to help teens build confidence, trust, discipline and hope for their future is one of the most meaningful aspects of this journey,” says Eugene.
Read Eugene`s full story at eastersealsPORT.com/fc2026
#eastersealsPORThealth #fostercare #adoption #foster #fostercareawareness #fosterfamily #fosterparents #fosterlove #family #fostercarejourney
Happy Nurses Week! 🩺
We’re incredibly grateful for all our nurses who bring skill, heart and dedication to every person they support.
#eastersealsPORThealth #NursesWeek #thankanurse #healthcare #nurseappreciation #healthcareheroes
May is Military Appreciation Month!
Easterseals PORT Health is proud to honor the military service of our team members. This month we’re highlighting two team members from our Outpatient Services team: Donna and Marlow. We extend a heartfelt thank you to all our team members who have served in the military for their honor, duty and commitment to our country’s freedom.
Read their full story at eastersealsPORT.com/military2026
#eastersealsPORThealth #MilitaryAppreciation #outpatientservices #teamwork
Easterseals PORT Health recently welcomed Jodi Vilcans to the Executive Leadership Team as our Chief People Officer. We are excited she’s here!
Learn more about our Leadership Team and Board Members at eastersealsPORT.com/meet-the-team.
#eastersealsPORThealth #nonprofit #meettheteam #disabilityservices #teamwork #mentalhealthservices
May is Mental Health Awareness Month! Recently, our Youth Crisis Therapeutic Home (YCTH) launched a meaningful and collaborative project called “Walkway to Safety.”
Inspired by the Hollywood Walk of Fame, guests are invited to personalize a pavement tile as a tribute to their achievements and hard work during their time at YCTH. This project was spearheaded by Jay, the YCTH nurse, along with youth residents and other members of the YCTH team!
🔗Read the full story at eastersealsPORT.com/walkway
#eastersealsPORThealth #nonprofit #community #WalkwayToSafety #therapeutichome #communityengagement #mentalhealth #personalgrowth
💙 Thank you for making Give 757 Day so meaningful. 💙
Because of your generosity, Easterseals PORT Health’s Culinary Connections can continue creating inclusive, supportive spaces for individuals living with disabilities and mental health challenges. Your support helps foster connection, well being, and a sense of belonging across our community.
We are deeply grateful to everyone who donated, shared, and cheered us on. You make this work possible.
✨ Thank you for supporting us.
#ThankYou #GiveLocal757 #Grateful #EastersealsPortHealth #CommunitySupport
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