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ACI-Dungarvin Staff Kick Up Their Heels at DSP Appreciation Event in North Carolina

Direct Support Professionals honored for their hard work and dedication.

September 24, 2025 | Edie Grossfield, Digital Content Specialist

ACI-Dungarvin recently honored its Direct Support Professionals by hosting a DSP Appreciation Event at White Deer Park Nature Center in Garner, North Carolina. The event was for staff in Wake and Johnston counties.

Mathew Kennedy, Sophia Brown and Tracy Heron having fun during the DSP Appreciation Event.

With a “Boots on the Ground” Western theme, DSPs enjoyed line dancing, a catered meal from Carolina Barbecue, and prizes for the best dressed.

“Our team leads, supervisors and directors served and honored our amazing DSPs, and everyone felt appreciated and celebrated,” said ACI-Dungarvin State Director Rita Barnes. “We’re grateful for our DSPs and the incredible work they do every day; they truly are our heroes.”

Looks like a fun event for our amazing ACI-Dungarvin colleagues. We’re glad you took some time to kick back (forward and to the side) and celebrate!

ACI-Dungarvin staff, including State Director Rita Barnes (sitting in front), during the DSP Appreciation Event in Garner, North Carolina.

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