This September, Arcane Horizon joined organizations across North America in celebrating Direct Support Professional (DSP) Week — a time to shine a spotlight on the frontline staff who form the very heart of our work. While Arcane Horizon is shaped by vision, advocacy, and community, it is our DSPs who bring those values to life each day, ensuring that individuals with intellectual disabilities can live with independence, dignity, and fulfillment.

The week was filled with gratitude and recognition for the extraordinary dedication our DSPs bring to their roles. These professionals do much more than provide support — they build trust, create opportunities, and empower individuals to live meaningful lives. Their patience, compassion, and skill make a profound impact not only on those they directly support, but also on families, neighborhoods, and the broader community.

Throughout the celebration, we paused to recognize just how wide-reaching their contributions are. DSPs act as advocates, mentors, problem-solvers, and companions. They are the quiet champions who navigate challenges with resilience and celebrate successes with joy. Without their tireless commitment, Arcane Horizon could not fulfill its mission.

This year’s DSP Week was made possible through the generosity of families and community partners who stepped forward to help us honor our staff in tangible ways. We extend our thanks to Northway Pharmacy, High Road, and B.P.G The Benefits Planning Group for their donations and support. Their contributions, along with family sponsorships, ensured that our DSPs felt celebrated, appreciated, and uplifted.

But the real heart of DSP Week was not in the events or gestures, but in the collective recognition that our DSPs matter — deeply. As one attendee remarked, “They are the difference-makers. They turn vision into reality.” That sentiment captures the essence of why this week was so important.

To every Direct Support Professional at Arcane Horizon: thank you. Thank you for your passion, your resilience, your creativity, and your unwavering belief in the people you serve. You are more than staff — you are the foundation upon which our community is built.

As we move forward, Arcane Horizon remains committed to ensuring our DSPs feel supported, valued, and empowered, not just during DSP Week, but every single day. Together, we will continue to create opportunities, expand possibilities, and build communities of belonging.