by Nicole Dama | Mar 19, 2026 | Events, News, Webinars
Let’s Talk: The Power of Words: Why Language Matters Direct support professionals (DSPs) do some of the most important work in our communities. Every day, they help people live full lives in their homes, neighborhoods, workplaces, and relationships. They assist...
by Joseph Macbeth | Mar 16, 2026 | News
Strengthening the DSP Workforce and Disability Services in Pennsylvania “We cannot build a strong disability service system on poverty wages for Direct Support Professionals.” Pennsylvania House Bill 1939 represents the kind of forward-thinking policy needed to...
by Nicole Dama | Mar 11, 2026 | News |
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Olivia Grizzle Congratulations to Olivia Grizzle who has been selected as the March 2026 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We are recognizing Olivia for her excellent ‘Friendships’ E-Badge submission. This badge...
by John Raffaele | Mar 10, 2026 | News
The Essentials Of Person-Centered Assessment The following article is part of an ongoing series about the NADSP Competency Areas. The NADSP Competency Areas offer DSPs the opportunity to address challenges, work on issues identified by the person they support, or...
by Nicole Dama | Feb 24, 2026 | News |
NADSP E-Badge Earner of the Month: Kerri Hickey Congratulations to Kerri Hickey who has been selected as the February 2026 NADSP E-Badge Academy Earner of the Month. We are recognizing Kerri for her excellent ‘Communication Modes’ E-Badge submission. This badge...
by John Raffaele | Feb 11, 2026 | News
DSP Advocacy During Developmental Disabilities (DD) Awareness Month The following article is part of an ongoing series about the NADSP Competency Areas. The NADSP Competency Areas offer DSPs the opportunity to address challenges, work on issues identified by the...
