Direct Support Professional Recognition Week #DSP

September 9, 2014

Dear Fellow Hoosiers:

This week is Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week. I would like to recognize and 

thank all of the Direct Support Professionals who support individuals with intellectual and 

developmental disabilities throughout the State of Indiana. These Hoosiers have a heart for 

service and come alongside those with disabilities in our communities every day. Thanks to 

their dedication and commitment, people with disabilities in Indiana receive the support and 

services they so deserve.

As many of you know and appreciate, Direct Support Professionals play several roles in 

supporting the individuals served by the Division of Disability and Rehabilitative Services. 

Direct Support Professionals are mentors, confidantes, teachers, motivators, facilitators, and 

advocates who empower individuals with disabilities to live successfully in the communities 

they choose. 

So this week and every week, we thank all of the Direct Support Professionals who do so 

much to improve the lives of our fellow Hoosiers living with intellectual and developmental 

disabilities.

Sincerely,

Michael R. Pence

Governor of Indiana