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SUMMARY:2025 DSP Recognition Event
DESCRIPTION:Every year\, Lighthouse Cove hosts our Direct Support Professional Recognition Event (DSPRE)\, and this year marks the 16th such occasion. Join us for the 2025 DSP Recognition Event on Friday September 12\, from 10:00 a.m – 3:30 p.m as we roll out the red carpet for Ohio’s incredible DSPs! This year’s event brings the glitz and glamour of HOLLYWOOD to center stage. \n\n\n\nLighthouse Cove’s annual DSP Recognition Event coincides with the U.S.’s National Direct Support Professional Recognition Week. Here in Ohio\, you can join hundreds of fellow DSPs and enjoy a fun-filled day that’s FREE for DSPs\, thanks in large part to our generous ABC Boosters and contribution from the Ohio DODD.The day includes a keynote\, entertainers\, and speakers\, socializing\, games and prizes\, and a lunchtime meal\, as well as site-specific activities. Hundreds of I/DD professionals gather for the fun and fellowship. \n\n\n\nGeneral admission for this event is FREE of charge for all DSPs! A catered buffet lunch is included.  \n\n\n\nHollywood glam encouraged\, not required!  \n\n\n\nTHIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT – To be added to the waiting list please email inquiries@oadsp.org \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nTHOMAS AWARDS ~ Nominate a DSP for Excellence in Direct Support\n\n\n\nOn Friday\, September 12\, 2025\, during Lighthouse Cove’s annual DSP Recognition Event\, we will proudly honor outstanding Direct Support Professionals with awards for excellence in their field. \n\n\n\nThere are 10 award categories\, each aligned with a NADSP Competency Areas (Download)\, and one exceptional winner will be selected in each category. \n\n\n\nHelp us celebrate the dedication\, skill\, and heart of Ohio’s incredible DSP workforce. \n\n\n\nNominations open July 16th through 5:00 PM EST on August 15\, 2025.Winners will be notified in advance via email. RULES (Download) \n\n\n\n(Contact information is not shared\, but descriptive information may be publicized on Lighthouse Cove’s online platforms and social media accounts. Self-nominations are not accepted.) \n\n\n\n\nAbout the Thomas Awards \n\n\n\nThe bi-annual Thomas Awards are named in honor of Tony Thomas\, founding Board Member of Lighthouse Cove and Executive Director of Welcome House. Tony played a pivotal role in developing Ohio’s first statewide credentialing and certification program for Direct Support Professionals—DSPATHS (Direct Support Professional Advancement Through Training in Human Services). You can learn more about the Lighthouse Cove Credentialing Program – DSPATHS here! \n\n\n\nThis groundbreaking program has earned national recognition\, including the prestigious Moving Mountains Award from the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP)\, for its excellence in elevating the DSP workforce. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDSP RECOGNITION EVENT – Frequently Asked Questions \n\n\n\nCan I bring the individuals I support\, or my family?No. The Direct Support Professional Recognition Event is exactly that: it’s an event exclusively for Direct Support Professionals (and independent providers working as DSPs). This is a day just for DSPs\, to relax\, rejuvenate\, and bask in recognition away from the day-to-day routine. \n\n\n\nCan I show up any time that day?No. The Recognition Event is a planned event that begins at 10 a.m. and concludes at 3:30pm\, and includes presentations\, activities\, speakers\, entertainment\, networking\, etc. This all takes place in Hilliard at The Makoy. \n\n\n\nIs this event really “free?”Yes! When we say\, “there’s no cost for DSPs\,” we mean it – there’s NO cost. Registration includes parking\, lunch\, special guests\, entertainment\, activities\, and prizes. \n\n\n\nThe registration form will only let me register 15 DSPs\, including myself. What if my group is larger?If you want to register more than 15 DSPs\, wonderful! Visit the registration form as many times as needed\, filling out the form with the next batch of DSPs\, and avoiding repeating names (including your own). \n\n\n\nWhen does registration close?This event is SOLD OUT – to be added to the waiting list please email inquiries@oadsp.org \n\n\n\nWhat if I didn’t order a t-shirt when I registered\, and now I want one?The deadline for t-shirt orders is August 20th. We will\, however\, have a limited number of shirts for purchase at the event\, and you can contact us about tees at inquiries@oadsp.org. \n\n\n\nIs there an additional cost for the VIP Red Carpet Package?Yes: the cost is $75. There is a limited quantity available\, and this needs to be purchased during registration. \n\n\n\n\nCan you accommodate dietary restrictions? If you have any dietary requirements\, please contact us at inquiries@oadsp.org \n\n\n\n\nIs there a dress code? Hollywood glam encouraged\, not required! Whether you sparkle in sequins or rock your everyday best\, you’re a star in our eyes. Dress up for the fun—or just come as you are and enjoy the show! \n\n\n\nThanks to our ABC Boosters for supporting the 2025 DSP Recognition Event!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSpecial Thanks to the Ohio DODD for its continuing and robust support of Lighthouse Cove and this Event!
URL:https://lighthousecove.org/event/2025-dsp-recognition-event/
LOCATION:The Makoy Event Venue\, 5462 Center St\, Hilliard\, Ohio\, 43026\, United States
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