Sheila Parson is a Direct Support Professional (DSP), her career of nine years.  When asked how she became a DSP she said, “I worked in this field when I was a teenager and decided to get back in the fields. I love to help others in need.” Being a DSP is hard work and there are definitely rough days, like any other job.  To get through tough times Sheila says, “I take time out for myself.  It takes a good team to make the rough edges smooth.  When I hear the people I support tell me that that I’m a …

Tempest has been a Direct Support Professional at the Arc of Monroe for over a year and shared an inspirational story about a gentleman she worked with, and how this experience helped mold her life and ultimately her career. “I worked with a gentleman for over a year. His most effective way of communicating was by using sign language. I was out sick for almost a week and when I returned he came to me and gave me a hug and verbally said my name. It put the biggest smile on my face and it made me so happy because …