by Joseph Macbeth | Apr 1, 2026 | News
Reflections and Action After the Disability Policy Seminar Last week, the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals participated as a full partner at the Disability Policy Seminar in Washington DC that was hosted by The Arc. Once again, as an advocate,...
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 Nicole Dama | Mar 10, 2026 | Events, News, Webinars
Free Webinars: All About Decision-Making: Supporting People To Make Their Own Decisions Supporting People To Make Their Own Decisions Join NADSP for a free, 3-part ‘lunch and learn’ webinar series, all about supporting decision-making in the lives of...
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...
