Sullivan County recognizes Direct Support Professionals week and honors long‑serving staff
Summary
The legislature proclaimed Sept. 13–19, 2026 as Direct Support Professionals week and presented awards to DSP nominees, highlighting decades of service and the sector's workforce contributions to the county.
The Sullivan County Legislature issued a proclamation recognizing Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) week for Sept. 13–19, 2026 and presented awards to nominated staff from local provider agencies. County speakers emphasized the importance of DSPs to the community and celebrated individual nominees' long service.
"The work that they do is incredible," said Brian (speaker 11) while announcing proclamations and inviting CEOs and supervisors to recognize nominees. The Center for Discovery's Cynthia Armstead Booth was recognized for 40 years of service; New Hope Community CEO Karen Russell (speaker 14) and a supervisor (speaker 15) described the nominees' deep community ties and roles supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
The legislature extended appreciation to the County's DSP‑employing agencies and called on residents and partners to celebrate the workforce during the recognition week.
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