Image of young man named Sam in his dorm at Kent State.

My Story: Sam

Meet Sam! Sam and his family tapped into essential Summit DD services and tech supports so he could attend Kent State University’s Sport Administration Program. Last summer, he graduated…a goal his parents were unsure he could attain without the right supports. Watch his video spotlight to see how he reached his goals in partnership with Summit DD!

Watch His Video Spotlight
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Disability Voting Resources

Summit DD partnered with the League of Women Voters of the Akron Area to host an informational session that focused on the rights, choices and accommodations that voters with disabilities have to make their voices heard.

Explore Voter Resources
Portrait of an Acme employee, Scott, standing in from our the Acme entrance sign.

The Kenmore Fox

Back in 1990, Scott Fox started his career at the Kenmore Acme Fresh Market. Nearly 35 years later, he’s still a loyal Acme employee and a local celebrity in the Kenmore community. When asked why he has worked there for so long, he replied “…for the people, for the customers.”

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