Some children with special needs may not have the cognitive or verbal skills to communicate with parents or caretakers when they’re unhappy with a situation. Instead, negative behaviors such as Read More ›
Author Archives: Tricia Perduk
School-Age Supports for Kids with Disabilities
Summit DD connects people of all ages to the supports and resources they need to be their best. So what does that look like for school-age kids with disabilities? Read More ›
Summit DD Presents Plan to Evolve and Adapt to State-Mandated Changes
(Tallmadge, Ohio) – Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, or Summit DD, is hosting a second set of community meetings to discuss its plan for adhering to state-mandated changes in how County Boards are permitted to provide services to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in the coming years. Read More ›
Summit DD Celebrates First Annual Inclusion Day with the Akron RubberDucks
More than 900 staff, individuals, families and community members expected
(Tallmadge, Ohio) – On Sunday, August 30, approximately 900 people will celebrate Inclusion Day with the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, or Summit DD, as the Akron RubberDucks play the Richmond Flying Squirrels at Canal Park, 300 South Main Street, Akron. The festivities begin at 1:05 with a ballpark lunch and then a chance to run the bases after the game. First pitch is at 2:05. Read More ›