The Direct Support Professional (DSP) Awards are earned by People Inc. staff members who demonstrate superior care and consistent dedication in their support of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

We're proud to announce our 2022 award winners:

Mary Pat Bellia
Barbara Brody
Nicholas Cacciotti
Lizvette Colon
Quashana Davis
Jeanne Derego
Dezi Franklin
Randal Gross
Andrew Hampton
Audrey Hughey
Abdelrhman Ibrahem
Donald Jackson
Lukas Jafari
Eric Maher
Susan Mallia
Yassmine McCarter
Kelly McEachon
Nancy Olszhowy
Sherrie Pellicci
Felicia Perkins
Tyrone Robertson
Arica Rodriguez
Brianna Santiago
Gabriel Santos-White
Rochelle Sautter
Brenda Vega-Amaro
Kathleen Wallace
Darien Webb
Samantha Wojcik
Caryn Young

Each winner received a $1,000 monetary award. Direct Support Professionals Week is observed nationally and honors these wonderful professionals for the valuable contributions they provide to their communities.

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