News And Events
The very latest articles, events, and developments from NADSP
Virtual Training: Understanding Informed Decision Making for Direct Support Professionals
In embracing a person-centered approach and supporting self-direction, people receiving support need to be empowered to make their own choices ...
Let’s Talk: Sexuality and Healthy Relationship Knowledge is Power
Many Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) often wonder whether they should discuss sexuality and healthy relationships. Some DSPs may not view ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Julius Nyabinda
Congratulations to Julius Nyabinda who has been selected as the January 2025 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Make a Resolution To Provide Person Centered Supports
The following article is part of an ongoing series about the NADSP Competency Areas. The NADSP Competency Areas offer DSPs ...
We’re Hiring: Director of Certification
The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) is hiring! The NADSP E-Badge Academy has expanded significantly in the past ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Rhoda Mullen
Congratulations to Rhoda Mullen who has been selected as the December 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Supporting Friendships & Peer Interactions This Holiday Season
The following article is part of an ongoing series about the NADSP Competency Areas. The NADSP Competency Areas offer DSPs ...
Let’s Talk: Balancing Joy, Boundaries, and Belonging: The Ethical Role of DSPs in Holiday Celebration and Connection
The holiday season is a time for celebration, connection, and honoring traditions, but it can also present unique challenges, particularly ...
Time for Gratitude
The Thanksgiving holiday tends to be a time for reflection, connection, and especially appreciation. It’s no different for all of ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Jennifer Taylor
Congratulations to Jennifer Taylor who has been selected as the November 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Virtual Training: Trauma Informed Leadership
A trauma-informed approach is essential for organizations supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Trauma-informed leadership plays a key role ...
Apply Today for the 2025 Moving Mountains Award
Best Practices in Direct Support Workforce Development The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP), the University of Minnesota’s Institute ...
Let’s Talk: Aging and Sensory Loss: Considerations for Direct Support Professionals
This month’s Let’s Talk webinar discussion emphasizes the importance of awareness and recognition of vision and hearing changes as we ...
Advocate “With” People On Election Day and Beyond
The following article is part of an ongoing series about the NADSP Competency Areas. The NADSP Competency Areas offer DSPs the ...
President’s Committee for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Releases Report on Community Living-Highlighting the Needs of DSPs
Earlier this month, the President’s Committee for People with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (PCPID) delivered its report titled "Advancing Independence and Community Integration ...
DSP Voter Guide
*Disclaimer: The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) is a non-partisan 501(c)3 organization, this guide is meant to share ...
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Delilah Hyson
Congratulations to Delilah Hyson who has been selected as the October 2024 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We ...
Let’s Talk: Mitigating Risk – How DSPs Can Promote Safety and Autonomy
In a 2023 International Journal for Direct Support Professionals article, Hickey and Kariunas discuss cases where individuals with disabilities want ...
JUST ANNOUNCED: PCPID Delivers Report on Supporting People With Disabilities Through HCBS
Earlier today, The Administration for Community Living announced the release of The President’s Committee for People with Intellectual Disabilities Report ...
Receive 15 Months of NADSP Membership For The Price of 12 Months
The mission of the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) is to elevate the status of direct support professionals ...
