Category Archives: Successes

Mary Helen working at her desk.

Mary Helen: NDEAM Success Story

In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’re showcasing successful employment stories in our community! Meet Mary Helen. For 15 years, she has been an essential part of the Summit DD team. Read More ›

Marvin at his graduation ceremony.

Marvin’s Homecoming

Meet Marvin. In 1964, he was set to graduate from Woodridge High School. However, after some confusion on a few class credits, he had to stay another year. Throughout his schooling, Marvin experienced unbearable bullying from fellow classmates. And in his final school year, it became too much to bear. So sadly, Marvin never received his diploma. Read More ›

National Disability Employment Awareness Month

October Awareness: Disability Employment Awareness

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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Jason sitting on a park bench with his service provider, Clairanne.

My Story: Jason

Meet Jason. Through an essential Summit DD program, Jason has access to crucial assistive technology devices that help him access the world. Using digital braille devices, Jason can email and text on his computer and cell phone with family, friends and support staff. He has become so skilled in the technology, that he trains other individuals who are deaf and blind by working for a federally funded program called, I Can Connect. Watch his story below! Read More ›

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