Every day, Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) empower people with disabilities; ensuring people in our communities have the support needed to thrive. DSP’s dedication and compassion make Rhode Island a more inclusive place
At our 36th annual DSP Appreciation Event, we will have the honor of recognizing these incredible individuals as Rhode Island’s 2024 DSPs of the Year. This is a group of outstanding professionals who are making an incredible impact on thousands of lives.
Full list of the 2024 Rhode Island DSPs of the Year:
- Myrlene Georges, AccessPoint RI
- Marlin Rosario, Avatar Residential
- Heather Hotaling, Gateways to Change
- Rebecca Harvey, James L. Maher Center
- Julie Buckley, LIFE
- Maria Mastrobuono, Opportunities Unlimited
- Kathleen Tidwell, The Arc of Bristol County proAbility
- Sonny Yon, ReFocus
- Leroy Moses, Spurwink RI
- Sean Devin, The Autism Project
- Christelle Auger, The Fogarty Center
- Alicia Plante, West Bay RI
- Luis Vazquez-Garcia, Action Based Enterprises
- Jennifer Hollis, Community Residences
- Amanda Nickerson, J. Arthur Trudeau Memorial Center
- John Mulbah, Justice Resource Institute
- Willie Culpepper, Looking Upwards
- Kyle Lemery, Perspectives Corporation
- Norma Smith, Project FRIENDS
- Roberto Dorsant , Seven Hills RI
- Mary Lefort, The Arc of Blackstone Valley
- Kaitlin Traynor, The Corliss Institute
- Niove Ng, United Cerebral Palsy of RI
- Yolanda Alverio – Whitmarsh House
“DSPs are the heart of our community, creating an inclusive world for people with disabilities,” CPNRI Executive Director said. “Their commitment and empathy do not go unnoticed. We are proud to honor this year’s class of incredible DSPs.”
Join us in celebrating the 2024 award recipients and DSPs for all the work they do. Thank you DSPs, for making the world a better place. 💚
