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Easterseals Tennessee Holds Regular Check-Ins With Newly-Hired DSPs

Easterseals Tennessee Holds Regular Check-Ins With Newly-Hired DSPs

Posted on September 17, 2026

Find out how the organization stays connected to new DSPs in the months following their start date.

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J.U. Kevil Memorial Foundation Shows Appreciation For Its DSPs

J.U. Kevil Memorial Foundation Shows Appreciation For Its DSPs

Posted on September 9, 2026

Find out how the Kentucky organization demonstrates gratitude for direct support professionals.

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DSPs Reach New Heights Through Penn-Mar’s Career Ladders Program

DSPs Reach New Heights Through Penn-Mar’s Career Ladders Program

Posted on September 9, 2026

Penn-Mar Human Services describes the impact of Career Ladders on DSP growth and development.

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Internship Program Moves Forward At Delarc

Internship Program Moves Forward At Delarc

Posted on September 9, 2026

The Arc of Delaware County (Delarc) continues to find success through its Fwd Bound internship program.

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DSP Pathways Empowers Students To Become Successful DSPs 

DSP Pathways Empowers Students To Become Successful DSPs 

Posted on September 9, 2026

Program from AHRC Nassau helps high school students explore careers in the disability services sector.

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Vocational Training Center Continues To Provide ‘Roadmap To Success’ For DSPs

Vocational Training Center Continues To Provide ‘Roadmap To Success’ For DSPs

Posted on September 9, 2026

Direct support professionals (DSPs) receive an in-depth onboarding process to get them prepared.

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DSPs as a Social Determinant of Health of People with IDD

DSPs as a Social Determinant of Health of People with IDD

Posted on January 13, 2026

We examined their impact on health outcomes and supports

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DSP Certification Still Soars At Anne Carlsen Center

DSP Certification Still Soars At Anne Carlsen Center

Posted on September 2, 2025

Find out how Anne Carlsen Center continues to support professional development through DSP Certification.

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‘Best of CLS’ DSP Recognition Program Grows At Community Living Services, Inc.

‘Best of CLS’ DSP Recognition Program Grows At Community Living Services, Inc.

Posted on September 2, 2025

Read an update about the Best of CLS program, which honors the organization’s amazing DSPs.

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DSP Programs Produce Results At Core Services Of Northeast Tennessee

DSP Programs Produce Results At Core Services Of Northeast Tennessee

Posted on September 2, 2025

Find out how Core Services’ DSP initiatives have evolved over the years.

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The Buddy Program Continues To Support New DSPs At Mountain Lake Services

The Buddy Program Continues To Support New DSPs At Mountain Lake Services

Posted on September 2, 2025

Learn how the organization’s initiative to mentor new staff has been thriving since 2022.

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Providence of Maryland, Inc. Stays Engaged With New DSP Hires

Providence of Maryland, Inc. Stays Engaged With New DSP Hires

Posted on September 2, 2025

Get an update on the organization’s Touch Points program and its impact on DSP retention.

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Tennessee DDA Remains Responsive To DSP Feedback

Tennessee DDA Remains Responsive To DSP Feedback

Posted on September 2, 2025

Discover how the DSP Voice Group collects feedback from DSPs and uses that information to drive change in TN.

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Creating Community & Sparking Action: Welcome House, Inc.’s DSP Council

Creating Community & Sparking Action: Welcome House, Inc.’s DSP Council

Posted on September 6, 2024

Find out how the DSP Council at Welcome House, Inc. helps to promote organizational change.

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AHRC NYC Program Embraces Feedback And Growth For DSPs 

AHRC NYC Program Embraces Feedback And Growth For DSPs 

Posted on September 6, 2024

Learn how the Staff Development Initiative supports the improvement and advancement of DSPs.

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Black Hills Works Creates Strong Teams In South Dakota 

Black Hills Works Creates Strong Teams In South Dakota 

Posted on September 6, 2024

The organization’s Strong Teams Initiative supports DSPs and other staff to be successful in their work.

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Penn-Mar Human Services Collects And Acts On DSP Feedback  

Penn-Mar Human Services Collects And Acts On DSP Feedback  

Posted on September 6, 2024

A DSP from Penn-Mar shares how the organization solicits DSP feedback, and uses it to make changes.

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The Success Coach Program Supports DSPs At Heritage Christian Services

The Success Coach Program Supports DSPs At Heritage Christian Services

Posted on September 6, 2024

Discover how the organization’s program helps alleviate pressure, demands, and stress that DSPs face.

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The Vocational Training Center Offers DSPs a ‘Roadmap To Success’ 

The Vocational Training Center Offers DSPs a ‘Roadmap To Success’ 

Posted on September 6, 2024

VTC expanded its orientation process to equip and empower DSPs to be more effective in their new role.

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Career Ladders For DSPs At Person Centered Care Services (PCCS) 

Career Ladders For DSPs At Person Centered Care Services (PCCS) 

Posted on September 6, 2024

Find out how DSPs at PCCS are using NADSP Certification to advance in their career and grow professionally.

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