NATIONAL CHILDREN'S CENTER® (NCC) HELPS ELEVATE THE STATUS OF DIRECT SUPPORT PROFESSIONALS WITH 2025 NADSP MEMBERSHIP

USA - English

• USA - español

WASHINGTON, Aug. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- National Children's Center^® (NCC) is now a member organization of the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP). This designation demonstrates a deep commitment to direct support professionals (DSPs), other staff members, people receiving services, families, and various stakeholders. 

"NCC recognizes the pivotal role that membership with NADSP represents and how it underscores our dedication to empowering our employees. It creates meaningful opportunities, reinforces our commitment to our mission, and allows us to amplify our impact in the I/DD community," said Terrance King, NCC President and CEO. 

"As an organization, we are incredibly honored and proud to join The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP), an essential opportunity for NCC to advance support for professionals in the I/DD sector. Being the first in the District of Columbia to join NADSP, we recognize the significance of this milestone and the impact it will have on our team and the individuals we serve." — Frank Kirkland, Executive Director, NCC Community Support Services

By becoming a member, National Children's Center^® (NCC) is aligning itself with NADSP's mission "to elevate the status of direct support professionals by improving practice standards, promoting system reform, and advancing their knowledge, skills and values." The organization's membership spans the entire calendar year of 2025.

"Through this membership, the organization is sending a clear message that they appreciate support staff, recognize the critical role they play, and are willing to invest in their growth and advancement," says Joseph Macbeth, President and Chief Executive Officer of NADSP. There are numerous benefits included in NADSP Membership.

The organization's employees can view dozens of webinars and access numerous resources about topics to improve their programmatic supports and services. Members also receive discounted rates for the NADSP E-Badge Academy, NADSP Training, NADSP Curricula, as well as NADSP Conference registration. In addition, the organization will be featured on NADSP's website, highlighting their involvement in a national movement dedicated to direct support professionals.

"This is a true partnership, and we appreciate the organization joining us in making a world of difference in people's lives," adds Macbeth.

About National Children's Center Inc.^® (NCC)
The National Children's Center^® (NCC) enhances the lives of people of all ages, diverse backgrounds, and differing abilities through inclusive opportunities. Founded in 1958, NCC supports children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities to live, grow, and thrive in their community through our Early Learning and Early Intervention Center (ELC) and Adult Community Support Services. With our Baby Bloomers Urban Garden, we are expanding access to healthy food options and nutrition education for children and families in Wards 7 and 8 of Washington, DC. For more information about NCC visit www.nccinc.org.

SOURCE National Children's Center