house resolution no.150

Rep. Schroeder offered the following resolution:

A resolution to declare September 8-14, 2019, as Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week in the state of Michigan.

Whereas, Direct support professionals are the primary providers of publicly-funded, long-term support and services for millions of individuals with disabilities; and

Whereas, Direct support professionals must build close, trusted relationships with individuals and assist them with various needs on a daily basis; and

Whereas, Direct support professionals support individuals with disabilities in making choices that lead to meaningful and productive lives; and

Whereas, Direct support professionals provide essential support to keep individuals with disabilities connected to their families, friends, and communities; and

Whereas, The participation of direct support professionals in medical care planning is critical to the successful transition from medical events to post-acute care and long-term supports and services; and

Whereas, There is a critical and growing shortage of direct support professionals in communities throughout the United States; and

Whereas, The role of direct support professionals is vital in enhancing the lives of individuals with disabilities of all ages; now, therefore, be it

Resolved by the House of Representatives, That the members of this legislative body declare September 8-14, 2019, as Direct Support Professionals Recognition Week in the state of Michigan.