Did you know, lonely people are more likely to suffer from dementia, heart disease and depression? Or that 3 in 4 Americans struggle with loneliness? Loneliness affects people with and without disabilities, which is why Summit DD has teamed up with We Thrive Together to help tackle this ongoing issue. Read More ›
Category Archives: In the News
More Than 600 Providers Benefit from Summit DD Grant
Summit County disability service providers deliver the essential services that people with developmental disabilities rely on to meet their daily needs. These Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and front-line managers support people in their homes, provide daily care and ensure that people can get to their jobs and day programs safely. It isn’t an easy career, but it’s more than a job to these professionals. It’s a purpose. Summit DD believes it is important to show appreciation to these hard-working professionals, so we brought back the Summit DD Appreciation Grant. Read More ›
Nominations now open for 2023 Summit DD Appreciation Awards
We all know of those people who go above and beyond to help others. They are the ones who consistently find ways to raise the bar, serve others with a smile, and leave a lasting impression on those around them. Now is your opportunity to give them some recognition. Nominate someone for a Summit DD Appreciation Award. Read More ›
Summit DD Takes Part in 2022 UW Stuff the Bus Campaign
(Tallmadge, Ohio) Summit DD is proud to take part in this year’s UW Stuff the Bus Campaign through the United Way of Summit and Medina Counties. This campaign helps local elementary and high school students start the school year ready to learn. From June 27 through July 29, Summit DD will be a collection site for school supply donations.
See the supply list.
