Raising awareness of Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) Recognition Week Sept. 13-19, regional nonprofit organization, the Occupational Development Center (ODC), extends gratitude and appreciation toward the many DSPs that continue to work in dedication to providing their services and guidance to hundreds of individuals across northern Minnesota.

DSPs have often been overlooked while continuing to serve on the frontlines throughout the pandemic. As the primary providers of community-based support services for tens of thousands of individuals with disabilities in Minnesota, DSPs employed by OD...