It is inspiring to know that there are so many caring and dedicated people working to support others. Without
competent and caring direct support staff, quality outcomes for people with disabilities would be limited and achieving independence would be increasingly difficult. Your dedication and support are an inspiration to us all.

Please join ISA in congratulating the winners, runners-up and the agencies that recommended them!

The three winners are:

1. Brandon Schoonmaker, Ulster-Greene Arc

2. Dytra Hales, Individual Support Systems, Inc.

3. Isabel Chica, Miami Lighthouse for the Blind and Visually Impaired

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The three runners-up are:

1. Patrese Brown, Southeastern Virginia Training Center

2. Wilton Robinson, AHRC Nassau

3. Samuel Hundeyin, Melmark

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ISA would like to thank all agencies that participated in this award program! It's difficult to overlook all of the exceptional candidates who did not win this year. In an attempt to recognize the hard work and commitment of the other nominees,
we will be sharing their stories on our blog: Lessons & Lives of Direct Support Professionals. Check back weekly to
read personal stories of struggle & success from our featured Direct Support Professionals.

For additional news and resources, visit our new webpage Direct Support Professionals Online News & Resources