09/18/2026
As DSP Recognition Week comes to a close, we want to take one final moment to celebrate the incredible Direct Support Professionals who make a difference every day. This video is a heartfelt thank you from across the Maryhaven community, recognizing the compassion, dedication, and care that DSPs bring to the people we support.
And as we wrap up this special week, we want to share two additional messages of appreciation that perfectly capture why the work you do matters so much:
"Happy DSP Recognition Week! Thank you to each incredible Direct Support Professional for bringing compassion, empowerment, and joy to the Maryhaven community every single day.
We see you and appreciate all you do!"
With much gratitude and respect,
Human Resources & Staff Development Team
"As a DSP, you are there for the big moments and the small ones, and for most of the people we support, you are their family. You are often the first person beside them when they accomplish something they never thought possible, experience something for the very first time, or find a new sense of independence. You celebrate their proudest moments, comfort them through the difficult ones, and remind them that they are valued, capable, and never alone. These may feel like ordinary moments in your day, but to the people you support, they can become memories that last a lifetime.
Please know that your work does not go unnoticed. The strong reputation Maryhaven has built starts with the care you provide every single day. Families place their trust in us because of the relationships you build, the dignity you protect, and the quality of support you provide.
Thank you for showing up, especially on the difficult days. Thank you for your flexibility, your advocacy, and most importantly, for genuinely caring.
The work you do matters, and the difference you make is felt every single day. Thank you."
Sincerely,
Diana Lynch
Director of Residential Operations & Admissions
To every DSP across Maryhaven, thank you for the difference you make, the relationships you build, and the lives you touch. Your work matters, this week and every week.โค๏ธ