Report

2025 DSP Survey Report

Download the report to learn:

Overall trends and insights on DSP job satisfaction
The impact appreciation and recognition have on overall DSP job satisfaction, in addition to the ways DSPs want to be recognized
The benefits of creating career advancement programs and how they can help retain DSPs
And more!

About this report

In partnership with the American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR), we are excited to release the fourth edition of our DSP Survey Report. The 2025 DSP Survey Report highlights feedback from DSPs across the country on job satisfaction, supervision, career advancement opportunities, and appreciation and recognition.

Using this data, organizational leaders in IDD services can inform policies for better working conditions that will increase DSP satisfaction and, ultimately, positively affect the individuals whom DSPs serve.

Download the report to read our findings on:

Appreciation, recognition, and well-being
Career advancement, training, and growth
DSP supervision
And more!

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