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Nominate a DSP or Self Advocate Today!
Read more: Nominate a DSP or Self Advocate Today!Nominations now open for 2024 Summit DD Appreciation Awards. We all know of those people who help make this world a better place for others.…
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Partnership Creates Inclusive Powerhouse for Local Families
Read more: Partnership Creates Inclusive Powerhouse for Local Families(Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio) – In a continued effort to be fully inclusive, World Elite Kids (WEK) has partnered with the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board…
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Summit DD at Winterblast
Read more: Summit DD at WinterblastIt’s the most wonderful time of the year! For the 5th consecutive year, Summit DD was proud to partner with the City of Akron during Winterblast! Featuring family-friendly events…
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A Holistic Approach to MUI
Read more: A Holistic Approach to MUISummit DD’s MUI Department and Community Supports & Development Department presented best practices about the power of collaboration to improve health and safety at the…
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Welcoming New Team Members: December 2023
Read more: Welcoming New Team Members: December 2023Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers Page.
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2023 Inclusive Winter Activity Guide
Read more: 2023 Inclusive Winter Activity GuideThe winter season in Northeast Ohio is full of fun and inclusive events for adults, families and kids! Explore our comprehensive Inclusive Winter Activity Guide…
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Summit County Launches the Accessibility Library
Read more: Summit County Launches the Accessibility LibraryThe Accessibility Library is a strategy identified in the Akron/Summit Cultural Plan (2020) which originated with artist and advocate Alicia Hopkins. The thoughtful implementation of a process…
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We want your input: Summit DD 2024 Action Plan Draft
Read more: We want your input: Summit DD 2024 Action Plan DraftEach year, Summit DD creates an Annual Action Plan that outlines specific action items that help the Agency and our team members achieve the priorities…
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Summit County Voters Pass Issue 17: A Message from the Superintendent
Read more: Summit County Voters Pass Issue 17: A Message from the SuperintendentI am delighted to announce that the voters of Summit County passed Issue 17 with over a 60% passage rate (unofficial results). The replacement of…
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Celebrating Service 2023: The Heart of Summit DD
Read more: Celebrating Service 2023: The Heart of Summit DDIn the month of November, we’re thanking and celebrating the heart of Summit DD…our dedicated team members! Join us in recognizing close to 70 of…
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Brittany’s Path to Employment
Read more: Brittany’s Path to EmploymentMeet Brittany! She was recently hired by Summa Health after participating in two innovative employment initiatives funded by Summit DD. When asked how she feels…
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Levies: Renewal. Replacement. Increase. What’s the difference?
Read more: Levies: Renewal. Replacement. Increase. What’s the difference?Ballot issue language can be confusing. There are so many types of levies and organizational needs, but we are here to help sort out the…
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Welcoming New Team Members: October 2023
Read more: Welcoming New Team Members: October 2023Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers page.
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Fall Activity Guide (2023)
Read more: Fall Activity Guide (2023)Fall is a beautiful time to get out and enjoy the weather here in Northeast Ohio. Here are some of the fun events to enjoy…
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Our Family to Yours: A DSP Success Story
Read more: Our Family to Yours: A DSP Success StoryMeet Jibreel, Sahir and Nadir—they’re not only brothers, but Jibreel and Nadir are also Direct Support Professionals for Sahir.
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News from the Community: Former Tallmadge Campus Update
Read more: News from the Community: Former Tallmadge Campus UpdateOn May 13, 2022, Summit DD officially moved into its new administrative building in Cuyahoga Falls. This completed a two-year plan that moved the organization’s…
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120 Young Adults Benefit From Locally Funded Jobs Program
Read more: 120 Young Adults Benefit From Locally Funded Jobs ProgramDid you know that Summit DD’s Summer Youth Work Experience and Career Exploration Program is just one of the many initiatives funded by local tax…
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Summit DD’s Levy: Where does the money go?
Read more: Summit DD’s Levy: Where does the money go?Summit DD’s operating levy makes up more than 80% of the Agency’s revenue. That levy is set to expire on December 31, 2024. Summit DD…
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Nominate a Summit DD team member for a Core Value Award
Read more: Nominate a Summit DD team member for a Core Value AwardWe’ve heard from families and colleagues throughout the community about how important your Summit DD connections are to you. From the friendly team member who…
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Welcoming New Team Members: August 2023
Read more: Welcoming New Team Members: August 2023Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers page.
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We Thrive Together
Read more: We Thrive TogetherDid you know, lonely people are more likely to suffer from dementia, heart disease and depression? Or that 3 in 4 Americans struggle with loneliness?…
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2023 Voting resources for voters with disabilities
Read more: 2023 Voting resources for voters with disabilitiesEach year registered voters – of every ability – exercise the right to vote on candidates, issues and levies. Did you know that voters with…
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Summit DD 2023 Action Plan and 2022 Annual Report
Read more: Summit DD 2023 Action Plan and 2022 Annual ReportFor over 50 years, the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board has proudly served as the primary entity responsible for supporting children and adults with developmental…
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Welcoming New Team Members: July 2023
Read more: Welcoming New Team Members: July 2023Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers page.
Nominate a DSP or Self Advocate Today!
Nominations now open for 2024 Summit DD Appreciation Awards. We all know of those people who help make this world a better place for others. They are the ones who consistently find ways to raise the bar, serve others with a smile, and leave a lasting impression. Now is your opportunity to recognize them. Nominate…
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