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The NADSP BlogPractical Applications for Hiring, Engaging and Keeping Direct Support Professionals During (and AFTER) the COVID-19 Pandemic
"Was I deceiv'd, or did a sable cloud turn forth her silver lining on the night?”, John Milton's "Comus" (1634). If there was a silver lining to be found during this COVID-19 pandemic, it would be that people need jobs and we, the human services field, have plenty to...
Words of Encouragement from Tony Thomas
Over the past few weeks, we have shared Words of Encouragement from from some of our colleagues As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but...
Words of Encouragement from Regis Obijiski
Over the past few weeks, we have shared Words of Encouragement from from some of our colleagues As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but...
Words of Encouragement from The Council on Quality Leadership
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but we’re not alone. Many of our colleagues want to share words of encouragement. In the past few...
Words of Encouragement from Beth Mount
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but we’re not alone. Many of our colleagues want to share words of encouragement. In the past few...
Words of Encouragement from Philadelphia Inquirer Journalist, Ronnie Polaneczky
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but we’re not alone. Many of our colleagues want to share words of encouragement. In the past few...
The NADSP Congratulates Joe Macbeth and DSP Advocates – Written By Caitlin Bailey, NADSP Board Chair
The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals Congratulates Joe Macbeth and DSP Advocates Honored by the National Historic Recognition Project: 2000-2020 April 13, 2020 (Albany, NY) The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals Board of Directors is...
Words of Encouragement from Dr. Escudé of HRS
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but we’re not alone. Many of our colleagues want to share words of encouragement. Starting today,...
Words of Encouragement from Dr. Stephen Birchak
As the COVID-19 pandemic spreads throughout the world, news, social media and work can be overwhelming. We’ve committed to sharing resources for taking care of yourself but we’re not alone. Many of our colleagues want to share words of encouragement. Starting today,...
Competency in the Time of Coronavirus by Dan Hermreck
Competency in the Time of Coronavirus by Dan Hermreck When the NADSP staff have an opportunity to speak to direct support professionals (DSP) around the country, one of our key messages is that DSPs are highly skilled professionals. The NADSP Competency Areas describe...