All Ways Caring is proud to announce that Tanya McGuire has been honored with the prestigious 2024 Direct Support Professional (DSP)
of the Year Award from American Network of Community Options and Resources (ANCOR).
Tanya is an outstanding caregiver and known for always going above and beyond for her clients. She cares for her mother and two other members of her community and works to build relationships that last a lifetime.
Tanya always has her clients’ best interests at heart and advocates for them. She has helped them receive other services and get referrals for medical issues. When clients are given services they don’t understand, Tanya assists and advocates for them, especially when she feels they should be receiving additional services.
Recently, a good friend of Tanya’s who was terminally ill was receiving services. When his daughter couldn’t be there, Tanya stayed with him so he wouldn’t be alone. This is a perfect example of the type of person Tanya is. Her clients know she’s one phone call away, and she makes sure they know she’s always there for them.
DSPs are direct care workers, in-home support workers, or personal attendants who empower individuals with intellectual and development disabilities to live independent, enjoyable and inclusive lives. Since 2007, ANCOR has recognized DSPs from each state who work tirelessly to provide safe, compassionate care for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Tanya was selected from hundreds of nominees for her exemplary talent, integrity, leadership, and commitment to the people we support. Each of them is known for going above and beyond in the essential care that they provide, prioritizing strong relationships with their prioritizing strong relationships with their patients, advocating for their needs, and changing the lives of those around them.