Summit DD is committed to connecting individuals with community resources that help people achieve their personal visions of a healthy and satisfying life. Aligning with our mission, Take Me Home is a Summit County initiative—sponsored by Prosecutor Sherri Bevan Walsh and Sheriff Steve Barry—aimed at supporting individuals with disabilities who may need assistance communicating during emergency situations. Read More ›
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Spartan Sparkles Spread Inclusion through Cheer
Two, four, six, eight – Who do you appreciate?! Summit DD appreciates the Spartan Sparkles Cheer Team. Directed by Springfield High School’s Cheer Coach, Terry Kyser, the Spartan Sparkles squad consists of eight boys and girls of varying ages and developmental disabilities. Cheering with the high school’s team, the Spartan Sparkles are helping to further missions like Summit DD’s by leading the way for inclusion in our communities—and the outcomes are nothing short of inspiring. Read More ›
Participants have a Blast at Acme Game Night
Games, pizza, prizes and friends – put these together and you have the perfect recipe for a fun-filled social event. This is exactly what took place when participants from Summit DD’s Blast program attended Game Night, hosted by Acme Fresh Market in Akron. Read More ›
Summit DD Board Names John Trunk New Superintendent
The County of Summit Developmental Disabilities Board, or Summit DD, has named a successor for current Superintendent, Thomas Armstrong, who will be retiring at the end of November. The Board selected John J. Trunk, current Superintendent of Lucas County to serve as the Agency’s top executive. Read More ›