One of the best feelings is when you discover your passions and find a way to share them with others. For David, his passions are cooking and interacting with people, which makes his new position at Garretts Mill Diner in Stow a perfect fit! Read More ›
What is a Summit DD Navigator?
It’s part of the human condition to adapt and change. We all set goals and then try to determine our next steps. However, it’s very common to reach a point where you feel like you’re standing still. The moments where you don’t know what to do to keep moving forward. In many cases, we seek the help of others to uncover our path. And in recent months, Summit DD has created a new position to do just that for people with developmental disabilities. Read More ›
Summit DD Expands Job Program to Youth with Disabilities
Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, or Summit DD, has partnered with the Summit County Department of Job and Family Services to bring summer youth employment to residents of Summit County with developmental disabilities and other special needs. Read More ›
Making Akron Beautiful: Green and Clean 2016!
Summit DD Teams came together to make Akron beautiful for Downtown Akron Partnership’s Green and Clean! Starting on Earth Day, April 22, and every Friday through May 20, members of the community pitched in to clean up Downtown Akron for the sunny summer months ahead. Teams from Summit DD’s Ellet, Barberton, Southern and Tallmadge Centers participated in the yearly clean up event. Read More ›