Forbes (5/31, Norlian) reports a coalition of people with disabilities is advocating for Virginia to provide direct support professionals (DSPs) “proper protective equipment – specifically those who assist the thousands of people who live independently.” The group – “A Life Like Yours” Self Advocacy Alliance – “is made up of people with disabilities and advocates who are apart of almost 20 self-advocacy groups across the state.” The group presented their proposals and complaints to Gov.