Summit DD is committed to supporting people to live as independently as they want. In some cases, this is made possible using technology. Remote supports and assistive technology are two options that can provide more autonomy and safety for adults with developmental disabilities. Find out how Summit DD and our partners plan to use a grant to fulfil this goal. Read More ›
A Holistic Approach to MUI
Summit DD’s MUI Department and Community Supports & Development Department presented best practices about the power of collaboration to improve health and safety at the 2023 OACB Winter Conference .
The training included:
- Discuss ways Summit DD’s MUI Team utilizes data and other agency resources for MUI prevention
- Discuss the partnership between Summit DD and The Summit County Sheriff’s Dept.
- Describe Summit DD’s Eat Safe Campaign aimed at choking prevention
- Provide suggestions on how other counties can replicate some aspects of Summit DD’s outreach
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We Thrive Together
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 ›
Disability Accessible COVID Vaccine Clinic – June 18
The Autism Society of Greater Akron (ASGA) in partnership with Summit County Public Health and the Akron Children’s Museum, will be hosting a disability accessible COVID Vaccine Clinic as part of their Step Into Autism Walk on June 18 at Lock 3. Read More ›