by John Raffaele | Apr 25, 2025 | News |
The Time For Advocacy Is Now! 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 assist a person in...
by Nicole Dama | Feb 12, 2025 | Events, News |
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. These ideals and practices of...
by John Raffaele | Nov 4, 2024 | News
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 opportunity to address challenges, work on issues identified by the person they support, or...
by Nicole Jorwic | Aug 28, 2024 | News |
Action Alert: NADSP August 2024 Recess Toolkit NADSP Senior Policy Adviser Nicole Jorwic is back with more policy updates. As outlined in this video, August recess is a very important time to share your stories, and request action from the people who represent you in...
by John Raffaele | Jul 4, 2024 | News |
Justice, Fairness and Equity on Independence Day The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) has been established for nearly a quarter century with a mission to elevate the status and profession of direct support. Individuals with disabilities,...