In celebration of Assistive Technology Awareness Month, we’d like to recognize Evan! Earlier this year, Evan became Summit DD’s SMART Home Tech Champion after an extensive search and interview process. Evan now lives in the SMART Home and provides weekly tours to peers with developmental disabilities, community partners, and more. “I used to not see myself as someone with a disability. I separated myself from them in my mind. Now that I have met so many others through my tours, I realize we are all the same and we can help one another!” shared Evan. Read More ›
Category Archives: Successes
My Story: Sam
Meet Sam! Sam and his family tapped into essential Summit DD services and tech supports so he could attend Kent State University’s Sport Administration Program. Last summer, he graduated…a goal his parents were unsure he could attain without the right supports. Watch his video spotlight to see how he reached his goals in partnership with Summit DD! Read More ›
Maliek’s Employment Journey
As we close out October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate Maliek’s journey to employment at Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation! Read More ›
The Kenmore Fox
Back in 1990, Scott Fox started his career at the Kenmore Acme Fresh Market. Nearly 35 years later, he’s still a loyal Acme employee and a local celebrity in the Kenmore community. When asked why he has worked there for so long, he replied “…for the people, for the customers.” Read More ›
