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Helen McPhearson

Helen McPhearson - DSP of the Year Nominee

Nominated by Ronna Meece, Registered Nurse

Location: Community Alternatives Kentucky - Somerset

Years of service: 8

"You can on any given day enter one of the two homes she manages and find something cooking in the crock pot. This makes the homes inviting and makes you want to stay."

An individual who received services from Home Manager Helen McPhearson was diagnosed with inoperable cancer. Knowing her upcoming birthday would be the person's last, Ms. McPhearson went all out, cooking all her favorite foods, making a special cake and organizing family and friends to attend. She truly cares for the people she serves.

"Helen McPhearson deserves to win a Direct Support Professional of the year award because of her outstanding commitment to and care for the individuals she supports."