Helpful Links
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Columbia Community Mental Health
National Alliance For Direct Support Professionals
Oregon Council On Developmental Disabilities
Self Protection Advocacy Rights Council (SPARC)
Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition
Supported Decision Making Resources
OHSU University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities
Aging & Disability Resource Connection
National Alliance of Mental Illness
Language Styles For Disabilities
Northwest Augmentative Communication Society
National Center On Health, Physical Activity & Disability
Academy Of Nutrition & Dietetics
Telecommunication Devices Access OR
Administration For Community Living
Oregon Self Advocacy Coalition
Role Play Videos Of Social Skills
National LGBTQIA Health Education Center
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About The Nationwide DSP Shortage...
There is an ongoing nationwide shortage of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs). We do all we can to bring light to this issue and to solve the problem. It is important that there be a consistent, educated workforce to provide the best services possible to those we serve.
Recognize our profession! Sign the petition to give DSPs their own standard occupational code!
Watch The Cost Of Compassion video.
Are you wondering about what a Direct Support Professional does?
We strive to value the work of the profession. Raise the Wage.
We're Looking For Great People!
If you, or someone you know, is one, we would love to talk to you.