Congratulations to our winners!
2025 Direct Support Worker Awards Winners
Everyday Hero Award
For going the extra mile to ensure the best care, for daily acts of kindness and encouragement that changes lives, and/or for displaying extraordinary compassion and empathy.
Empowerment Award
For helping an individual to gain independence, increase confidence, and/or achieve personal development goals.
Innovation Award
For showing creativity and “out-of-the-box” thinking to solve a challenge or improve the quality of life for the person they support. This could be anything from developing a new communication method to creating a unique activity schedule.
Champion Award
For going above and beyond to advocate for the rights and needs of the people they support. This could involve speaking out about a specific issue, helping someone gain access to a new opportunity, or working to change a policy.
Community Connector Award
For helping an individual build new relationships and participate more in their community.
Leadership Award
For helping an individual build new relationships and participate more in their community.













