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2020 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Campaign

During 2020 DSP Recognition Week, CQL shared organizational programs that make a long-lasting impact on DSPs.

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Kudos Cards Help LIFEDesigns Recognize Their DSPs

September 18, 2020

LIFEDesigns has introduced a 'Kudos Cards' program to acknowledge DSPs throughout the year.

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Fulfilling The Wishes & Wants Of DSPs

September 18, 2020

Discover how The Arc of Dutchess' fundraiser program is supporting the work of DSPs during COVID-19.

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Childcare Program Supports DSPs During The COVID-19 Pandemic

September 17, 2020

Read about the childcare initiative at The Arc Mid-Hudson created to support DSPs.

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FREE Invests In Professional Development To Support DSPs

September 16, 2020

An inside look at FREE's CLPD training program that provides DSPs with opportunities for career advancement.

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Mountain Lake Services Shines A Spotlight On Essential Workers

September 15, 2020

Mountain Lake Services is shining a spotlight on DSPs through their Employee Spotlight program.

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The Arc of Monroe Empowers DSPs Through Succession Development Classes

September 14, 2020

Read about how The Arc of Monroe empowers DSPs through its Succession Development Classes.

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The Lillie Leapit Awards Make A Splash At Trinity Services, Inc.

September 11, 2020

Trinity Services, Inc. launched the Lillie Leapit Awards to create a positive culture and acknowledge DSPs.

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Sexism Contributes to Low Direct Support Professional (DSP) Wages

August 8, 2020

We examined the relationship between ableism, racism, and sexism, and DSP wages

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Let’s Extend National DSP Recognition Week by 51 Weeks

July 23, 2020

Share your initiatives that make a long-lasting impact on DSPs beyond National DSP Recognition Week.

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Reducing ‘Challenging’ Behavior By Training Support Staff to Promote Dignity and Respect

July 7, 2020

Our study explored how dignity and respect can change behavior

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Ongoing Staff Development Improves the Health and Safety of People with IDD

May 28, 2020

We explored the impact of ongoing staff development on abuse/neglect, emergency room visits, and injuries

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Ongoing Staff Development in Disability Services

Learn how ongoing staff development initiatives can impact organizations, their staff members, and people with disabilities.

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Peter Leidy Recognizes DSPs During COVID-19

May 4, 2020

Peter Leidy, CQL Quality Enhancement Specialist, has produced a song to honor and recognize DSPs during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Direct Support Professional (DSP) Workforce Research

This research examines how to promote the consistency and quality of DSPs

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2019 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Stories

During 2019 DSP Recognition Week, CQL, NADSP, and ANCOR shared stories of DSP excellence.

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Chelcie Jacobs: Dancing Away Shyness

September 8, 2019

Learn how Chelcie has helped one person overcome their shyness on the dance floor!

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Caroline Lass: The Life Of The Community

September 8, 2019

Be inspired by Caroline's passion for supporting people to have full lives in the community.

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Carla Garrision Greene: Outcomes On The Ballot

September 8, 2019

Find out how Carla helped embrace one person's passion for the election process.

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2020 Direct Support Professional Recognition Week Campaign