CONNECTIONS NEWSLETTER ISSUE 9

DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL RECOGNITION WEEK THE ARC WESTCHESTER HONORED BY COUNTY, GIVES BACK TO DSPS

This year, The Arc Westchester was honored by Westchester County's Executive George Latimer, who declared September 11-17 Direct Support Professionals Week in Westchester County! As detailed in the proclamation, this honor was dedicated to all DSPs who have worked tirelessly throughout the pandemic as essential frontline workers, and seamlessly pivoted to meet the needs of the individuals they support.

To honor DSPs and express appreciation for their hard work and dedication, leadership staff at The Arc Westchester personally distributed $50 Butterball Gift Checks to DSPs, which were generously provided by The Arc Westchester Foundation. Tibi Guzman, Westchester's CEO, took this opportunity to visit multiple residences and personally thank DSPs for the support and dedication they provide to the people they serve.

”A great community is only as great as those persons who set an exceptional example. whether through participation in voluntary programs, through uniquely personal achievements, or simply through a lifetime of good citizenry." Westchester County Executive George Latimer stated. "History has often taught us that the merit of any society can and will be measured by the actions of those individuals who, by the way of unparalleled exhibitions of diligence and conviction, inspire those fortune enough to bear witness”

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