Meet Rosemene! She is Summit DD’s 2026 Carlene Weaver Achievement Award winner. This award honors an individual with developmental disabilities who through live experience, actions or self-advocacy helps change perceptions or bring about positive awareness for those with developmental disabilities in Summit County.
Recently, Rosemene advocated to become her own legal guardian, which led to her reaching many exciting life goals like living independently, working in the Giant Eagle bakery, competing in the Special Olympics, and more. Watch her story and join us in celebrating her achievements.
Video Summary: This video spotlights a young woman named Rosemene who receives essential services through Summit DD. Rose shares how Summit DD has helped her find a job a Giant Eagle, participate in various Special Olympic events, and live independently. Vicki Dietelbach, a Summit DD SSA Manager, is also interviewed and speaks to the progress Rose has made over the years in obtaining her own guardianship.
Summit DD is a levy funded government organization that provides and coordinates essential services for nearly 6,000 people with developmental disabilities in Summit County. Summit DD provides a lifetime of support for those eligible for our services.