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Major Unusual Incidents Definitions and Responsibilities

Major Unusual Incidents: Classification and Definitions

Timely reporting of Major Unusual Incidents (MUIs) is essential to protecting the people we support and improving the quality of services. Our MUI team is here to help you understand what needs to be reported – and when.

The MUI Rule outlines the roles and responsibilities of both County Boards and Provider staff. Keep scrolling for local forms and guides.

Additional resources are available through the Department of Developmental Disabilities Health and Safety Toolkit. Or contact us – we are here to help!.

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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 facts so you can make informed choices. Read More ›

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News from the Community: Former Tallmadge Campus Update

On 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 operations from Tallmadge to its existing buildings in Barberton and Cuyahoga Falls. The move came after careful planning and assessments that helped make Summit DD’s offices more accessible to all residents within Summit County.

There has been a lot of activity at this former property over the past year. We’re happy to report that this campus that has helped so many of our fellow community members and families throughout the past 50 years, continues to support our Summit County communities, just new ways. Here’s the latest about how the former campus continues to evolve. Read More ›

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