“The founders of Welcome House and West Haven, the Steudel Family, had envisioned that persons with DD could live in group homes or family style homes that replicated as close as possible the kind of living that they were used to growing up.”
After 25 cherished years at Welcome House, it’s time for me to officially say goodbye this summer—not just to a job, but to a place that has been my heart, my soul, and my home. When I first walked through …
The DSP Council is a committee of direct support professionals (DSPs) at Welcome House, Inc., providing direct care and support to individuals with diverse needs. The Council’s vision is to advocate for DSP interests, facilitate communication and collaboration, and empower …
Read the opinion piece by Tony Thomas that was published on Cleveland.com and in The Plaine Dealer on Friday, February 3, 2023
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine took time during his daily COVID-19 update March 17 to thank the state’s direct support professionals, saying they “continue to serve the most vulnerable members of our society
Gary LeVox of Rascal Flatts for DSP Ohio. Helping People. Changing Lives. Direct support professionals (DSPs) are individuals who work directly with people that have physical and/or intellectual disabilities.
2019 John F. Kennedy Jr. Award for Direct Support Workforce Advocacy & Leadership Tony Thomas Executive Director, Welcome House, Inc. The Board of Directors of the National Alliance for Direct Support Professionals (NADSP) are honored to announce that Tony Thomas …
Opening doors for people with developmental disabilities. Thank you for helping make our house a home for so many of our clients.
