The winners of the Direct Support Professionals (DSP) of the Year Awards for 2019 have been selected! Recipients of these awards are People Inc. staff members who provide direct support for people with developmental disabilities and demonstrate superior care and consistent dedication.

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.

Our 2019 Winners

Amy Allen, Employment Specialist

Ashley Banks, Respite Instructor

Luz Cardona-Valencia, Community Coordinator

Saraphina Coleman, IRA Specialist

Khadijah Elliott, Primary Instructor

Adrian Esposito, Self-Determination Assistant

Nicole Fudella, Developmental Specialist

Vanessa Gillette, Primary Instructor

Ashley Harris, Respite Instructor

Jon Horton, Team Leader

Rashida Johnson, Respite Instructor

Sabrina Kahwaty, Instructor

Loretta Kling, IRA Specialist

Marie McCoy, IRA Specialist

Natalie Moore, IRA Specialist

Carolyn Mraz, Instructor

Sabrina Scarantine, IRA Specialist 

Marquita Tubbs, Behavior Technician