National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week

The week of September 14th through 20th is National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week. Senators Snowe and Collins submitted a resolution, that was agreed upon, to designate the week of September 14th as "National Direct Support Professionals Week." It is our week to shine! Direct support workers, direct care workers, personal assistants, personal attendants, in-home support workers, and paraprofessionals all have a week of recognition! Be sure to give yourself a pat on the back for all the work you do with those you support. Here is Governor Baldacci's proclamation pertaining to Direct Care Workers and the week of September 14th being worker recognition week. Governor Baldacci's Direct Care Worker Recognition Proclamation On September 16th, a reception will be held at the Blaine House (invitation only) at which the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program will recognize 16 Direct Care Workers for their excellence in service. Maine PASA, KVO, and 771 are working towards hosting a press event at the Statehouse Welcome Center to highlight the resolution, Maine's Direct Care Workers and Maine's current legislative efforts. As I know more about this, I'll post it.