Following are resources full of information, support, and ongoing training relevant to the direct support profession and advocacy for people with disabilities. This is constantly updated, so check back. Please feel free to send me links to new resources, or inform me of broken links.
https://www.nadsp.org/
The National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals
Enhancing the status of direct support professionals and promoting the development of a highly competent human services workforce.
http://oregonddcoalition.org/index.php/oddc/train/training
Oregon Developmental Disabilities Coalition
The ODDC shares information on trainings for supporters of people with disabilities.
http://www.otac.org/
Oregon Technical Assistance Corporation
OTAC is at the forefront of person centered planning, community supports, and ensuring people with disabilities can lead ordinary lives.
http://www.alvordtaylor.com/
Alvord Taylor Independent Living Services
The best independent living agency in Oregon, and possibly the world.
http://www.oslp.org/
OSLP is a nonprofit agency supporting people with disabilities. They are located in Eugene, Oregon.
