by Nicole Dama | Mar 25, 2025 | Events, News, Webinars
Let’s Talk: Flipping the Switch: Compassion Fatigue to Compassion Satisfaction and Psychological Safety for Direct Support Professionals This month’s International Journal for Direct Support Professionals article discusses compassion fatigue among direct support...
by Nicole Dama | Feb 6, 2025 | Events, News, Webinars
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 individuals with intellectual and developmental...
by Nicole Dama | Dec 10, 2024 | Events, News, Webinars
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 for...
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,...
by Nicole Dama | Aug 20, 2023 | Campaigns, Events
2023 NADSP Annual Conference September 8 - 9, 2023Sheraton Pittsburgh Hotel at Station Square300 W Station Square Dr, Pittsburgh, PA 15219 The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals Annual Conference will return September 8-9, 2023 in Pittsburgh...
