Direct Support Professional (DSP) Appreciation Week is September 12th through the 18th!  We are thanking our dedicated and essential DSPs on our website and social media channels. Throughout the week, we will be sharing “shout outs” and thank you messages from members of the Springbrook community! Make sure you take a moment this week (or anytime!) to tell DSPs just know how much you appreciated them.

See the running list of shout outs below as we add throughout the week!

Take a Look Tuesday- DSP Appreciation

by | October 11, 2022 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, Events, News, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday | 0 Comments

For DSP Appreciation, two self-advocates shared their thoughts about Direct Support Professionals with whom they have worked in the Self-Directed Services program. Nilsa Fogarty shared that DSPs are “Very helpful and kind.” Howard Struble, self-advocacy president at...
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Situation Saturday-The School at Springbrook DSP Appreciation

by | October 8, 2022 | DSP Appreciation, Education, Employee News and Events, Events, Situation Saturday, Social Seven | 0 Comments

This Situation Saturday we are sharing some images from the hallways of The School at Springbrook! To celebrate Direct Support Professional (DSP) appreciation, staff and students worked together to create a festive, and punny, display on one of schools hallways. The...
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Direct Support Professionals Appreciation Week!

by | September 14, 2022 | Administration, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, Events | 0 Comments

Direct Support Professionals Appreciation Week is here! This week, we take the time to reflect and express our gratitude for every person providing the essential work at Springbrook. Patricia Kennedy, CEO of Springbrook, expresses her appreciation for all of...
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Let’s Talk About Getting DSPs What They Deserve

by | September 25, 2021 | Community Homes, Community Services, DSP Appreciation, Education, Employee News and Events, News, Situation Saturday, Social Seven | 0 Comments

Springbrook, the organization I am proud to lead, has always found strength by looking to our mission and values. We are a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the most vulnerable people in our society. That mission hasn’t changed because we face a pandemic. We have...
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DSP Shoutouts

by | September 13, 2021 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, Events, News | 0 Comments

The Self-Directed Services department wants to say THANK YOU to all of Springbrook's amazing direct support professionals!Tim Anderson has been a proud direct support professional at Springbrook’s Ford Avenue Community Home for over 25 years and has announced his...
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Sunday Funday – Direct Support Professional (DSP) Appreciation Week 2021!

by | September 12, 2021 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, Events, News, Social Seven, Sunday Funday | 0 Comments

This #SundayFunday marks the official start of Direct Support Professional (DSP) Appreciation Week 2021! Throughout the week we will be thanking and celebrating our hard-working, essential DSPs with “shout outs” from students, residents, friends, family, and...
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Take a Look Tuesday – Robert Johnson

by | May 4, 2021 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, News, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday | 0 Comments

Take a look at this quote from Robert Johnson, a proud Springbrook Direct Support Professional. “Working with the people I support on a daily basis to overcome daily challenges and work on goals to achieve personal growth is what makes me want to come to work every...
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Take a Look Tuesday – Lukas Shaw

by | March 23, 2021 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, News, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday, Tom Golisano Center for Autism | 0 Comments

This Take a Look Tuesday we are highlighting Lukas Shaw! Lukas is a Teaching Assistant for the School at Springbrook Golisano Program. His enthusiasm and dedication are what we look for in our Direct Support Professionals. Lukas says, “It may be cheesy, but the...
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Springbrook’s Got Talent

by | March 14, 2021 | Administration, Athletics, Community Homes, Community Services, DSP Appreciation, Education, Employee News and Events, Events, News, Social Seven, Sunday Funday | 0 Comments

Take the stage and be a part of the greatest game show produced by Springbrook - Springbrook’s Got Talent! Springbrook's Got Talent gives you the chance to show off your skills and talents to earn cool prizes. Twice a month, check out new episodes where Springbrook...
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Take a Look Tuesday – Tanyette Bassknight

by | March 2, 2021 | Community Homes, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, News, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday | 0 Comments

Take a look at an exemplary employee, Tanyette Bassknight. Tanyette is an Assistant House Manager at LeChase House, and she loves her job. When discussing her responsibilities, Tanyette says, “Working in direct care gives my life purpose. I have learned so much about...
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Take a Look Tuesday – Jody Sperbeck

by | February 23, 2021 | Community Homes, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, News, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday | 0 Comments

Meet Jody Sperbeck! Jody works the day shift in Morris as a day hab assistant. While Jody says his job is "challenging," he also shares that it is "fun and rewarding.” He has the privilege of helping residents reach their daily goals, and spending quality time with...
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Take a Look Tuesday – Amanda Travis

by | February 9, 2021 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, Social Seven, Take a Look Tuesday | 0 Comments

Take a look at Amanda Travis. Amanda is a Direct Support Professional who provides Day Habilitation supports in Springbrook Community Homes. Asked to define her job in three words, Amanda said, “fun, rewarding, and emotional.” Being a Direct Support Professional is...
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Situation Saturday – Brendan Whitehill

by | February 6, 2021 | Community Homes, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events, News, Situation Saturday, Social Seven | 0 Comments

This Saturday, the situation is this, we are excited to beginning regularly highlighting some of our most dedicated, hardworking employees to showcase what it means to be a Direct Support Professional. One such employee, is Brendan Whitehill. Brendan epitomizes what...
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Situation Saturday – We are ready to invest in you!

by | January 30, 2021 | Administration, Community Homes, Community Services, DSP Appreciation, Education, Employee News and Events, Events, Finance, GEMS, Milestones, News, Situation Saturday, Social Seven, The Springbrook Foundation, Tom Golisano Center for Autism | 0 Comments

This Situation Saturday, we are ready to invest in you! Springbrook has raised starting pay, and wages of all current employees. You can start today and earn $14 to $16.50 per hour (depending on qualifications and program), and a whole dollar more for weekend shifts....
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DSP Appreciation – Stephanie Patrick

by | September 19, 2020 | Capstone Dayhabilitation, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

Deb York is a hard worker; she puts everything she has into her job. Deb has always been great with the people she supports and does whatever is asked of her. Since the start of Home Units, Deb has remained positive and has tried to make things fun for the people she...
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DSP Appreciation – Grandview Community Home

by | September 18, 2020 | Community Homes, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

We would like to give a special thanks to Paul Beltz for organizing the annual Grandview Pig Roast. Paul puts a lot of effort into planning and preparing the delicious meal and extravagant event. Paul is a dedicated staff member and his hard work is really...
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DSP Appreciation – Julie Pietrafesa

by | September 18, 2020 | Community Homes, DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

I'd like to thank all Springbrook DSPs for what they do on a daily basis and I'd also like to send out a personal thank you to Megan Lincoln at Pierstown for her dedication and willingness to be flexible with her hours. She is always willing to come in and work shifts...
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DSP Appreciation – Tom Maggs

by | September 17, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

I am humbled by the extraordinary personal commitment shown by all Springbrook Direct Support Professionals. They bring love and encouragement to beloved Springbrook residents, students, families, and the greater community. On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank...
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DSP Appreciation – Christina Williams

by | September 16, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

Every DSP has a unique personality and their own way of getting things done.  Every DSP at Springbrook genuinely cares for the people they support and has a special effect on the people they support. The DSPs at the Morris Community Home add their own special touches...
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DSP Appreciation – Recruitment Team

by | September 16, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

If there is a group of people outside of our many direct support programs that can appreciate the importance a Direct Support Professional has on the life of a resident or student, it is our Recruitment Team from Human Resources. Kelly, Meredith, Sophie, Janel,...
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DSP Appreciation – Bob Henness

by | September 15, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

Bob Henness, pictured here with DSP George Kunzel, wants to thank all of the staff that support him at Grandview. In particular, Bob would like to thank his primary staff, George Kunzel, for going the extra mile to support him as he leads his best life possible. Bob...
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DSP Appreciation – Sherry Waffle

by | September 15, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

I cannot say enough good things about the amazing Direct Support Professionals that we are fortunate enough to have employed at Springbrook. They have provided continual support to the folks we serve at the Day Habilitation Program and at Home. Springbrook’s DSPs have...
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DSP Appreciation – Anne Keller

by | September 14, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

I am very proud to be a Springbrook DSP. I enjoy working with all of the people who I support, and I absolutely relish watching each and every one of them grow on a daily basis. It has been such a privilege helping them overcome many obstacles they have been faced...
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DSP Appreciation – Jessica Leveille

by | September 14, 2020 | DSP Appreciation, Employee News and Events | 0 Comments

To all the DSPs at Milford, including our two day-hab staff, I would like to thank you for all you do. Your hard work shows, and everyone who lives at the Milford Community Home is happy and healthy thanks to your efforts! Jessica LeveilleRegistered Nurse, Community...
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