October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (known as NDEAM). It is a time to celebrate people of all abilities in the workplace. Employing a diverse workforce gives organizations the chance to solve problems and meet customers’ needs from new and different perspectives. In addition to celebrating employees, NDEAM is also a time to celebrate the partners, like A’vaie from Koinonia Enterprises, who help support the employment needs of those with disabilities. Read More ›
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Nonprofit Grant Opportunity
(Tallmadge, Ohio) – Summit DD, in partnership with the County of Summit and the Akron Community Foundation, are proud to announce an opportunity for local nonprofit organizations to receive a one-time grant of up to $50,000. Read More ›
ReelAbilities Film Festival Back for 2020 – Virtually
Summit DD, the Akron-Summit County Public Library, and the Children’s Museum of Akron , in partnership with ReelAbilities Cleveland are proud to announce the return of the ReelAbilities Film Festival – Cleveland (RAFF-CLE) – This year in a new virtual format. Read More ›
Checking In: Summit DD survey, video message from the Superintendent, and more!
With all of the challenges that this year has brought due to the pandemic and uncertainty still ahead of us as we move into the fall, Summit DD wants you to know that we are here for you. Summit DD has been and remains open to assist you or your loved one with the same high level of service and commitment. Whether you are a child, teen or adult with a disability, we can help you navigate situations and connect you to the services you need to live your best life. Below is a message from Superintendent, John Trunk on ways we can help, and how your feedback can help us continue to meet and exceed your expectations. See below for a link to our survey to share your thoughts. Read More ›