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Dad sitting on floor with his 2 young children learning about animals at the Zoo

New Support Group for Dads

It’s important to have people to turn to when you need support. Many parents who have children with disabilities find comfort in parent support groups. These social communities provide a safe place to share, learn and support one another. Now there is a new support group specifically for dads! Pathways for Pop aims to make sure fathers feel included and provide a safe space to share, learn and grow! Read More ›

Portrait of new staff person Sydney Pratt.

Welcoming New Team Members: September 2024

Join us in welcoming the newest members of the Summit DD team! Be on the lookout for future job openings on our Careers page. Read More ›

Yam M. teaching sign language at Intra-National Homecare.

October: National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (known as NDEAM). A time to highlight the important role that people of every ability play within the workforce. We believe that employment opportunities for people with disabilities ensures a diverse workforce and helps strengthen communities – now and into the future.
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Four cute little children pull and drag a red cart while playing in outdoor green park.

What does it mean when someone talks about “sensory”?

Contributor: Elizabeth L. Comrie, MS, OTR/L

As parents, we hear and see common terms through interactions with professionals or the internet. While these terms seem common place, they may not be clearly understood or easily applied to our own young children. One of these terms is “sensory processing.” This is something that can be confusing to understand, as well as how it impacts young children. Read More ›

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