Eggleston Opens New Facility to
Create a More Inclusive Environment
Earlier this year, Eggleston opened a new day program facility at 1728 Hearthside Ct. in Chesapeake. This new facility, in the Greenbrier area of Chesapeake is centrally located to help create a more inclusive environment where the participants can have easy access to shopping, dining, parks, and other community-based activities. The location also serves as a home base for Eggleston’s Community Engagement program which provides individuals with a wide variety of opportunities to build relationships and natural support systems, while utilizing the community as a learning environment.
Eggleston’s former Chief Executive Officer, Paul J. Atkinson Sr. previously shared, “It is our priority as we grow to ensure our programs and services are inclusive and accessible for those we serve. The way we provide services to people with disabilities today compared to 30 years ago has changed, but the reasons behind them have not. We continue to empower and value the abilities of all persons, and their pursuit for an inclusive life. Eggleston has been a strong provider of services since 1955, and we are fortunate enough to have resources to invest back into our mission and the community.”
To honor Atkinson’s 35 years of service to the organization, Eggleston’s Board of Directors dedicated the new facility as the Paul J. Atkinson Center.
“This new property allows us to expand our footprint to meet the needs of the Chesapeake community and beyond with the hope we will continue to contribute positively to the community’s well-being, foster connections, and provide value the community can rely on.” – state Dr. Mark Carlson, Eggleston’s Chief Executive Officer
Eggleston celebrated its newest facility with an open house event on Wednesday, September 18th, at the Paul J. Atkinson Center.
About Eggleston: Eggleston is a local, nonprofit whose mission is to support and empower individuals with disabilities in employment, residential and community settings. First conceived by a group of parents seeking meaningful opportunities for their adult children, Eggleston has been serving Hampton Roads for almost 70 years. Today the organization delivers 30 person-centered programs and services to over 1,700 individuals each year. As the region’s largest employer of adults with disabilities, Eggleston’s business enterprises include its Automotive Center, Document Destruction, Commercial Landscaping, Garden Center and Farmers Market, and its Government and Business Contract Services. To learn more visit www.egglestonservices.org
