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Early Intervention Family Friendly Events

Looking for *inclusive Family-Friendly events for your little one? You’re in luck! Our Early Intervention team compiled a list of local events and activities that are sure to engage your little ones. Read More ›

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Building Skills: Speech and Language

Searching for activities, new skill development or support ideas? Check out these Early Intervention resources we’ve compiled for you. Read More ›

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All About Communication

Contributor: Developmental Specialist, Stacy Bailey, EIS

Spring 2024 is All About Communication: Did you know that babies understand language before they can use it!  Communicating with your child is what helps them develop their own skills. Typically, we see gestures for communication before words – like waving, reaching, pointing. Treat these as words your child is saying to you! Read More ›

Katie with her father. Katie receives Summit DD Early Intervention services.

Summit DD 2023 Action Plan and 2022 Annual Report

For over 50 years, the Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board has proudly served as the primary entity responsible for supporting children and adults with developmental disabilities to live full and equitable lives in our community.  Our 2022-2024 Long Range Plan continues this legacy, as we strengthen our vision of Summit County being a community where all people are included.

We invite you on our journey throughout this publication that explains how local levy dollars are used, the outcomes we have achieved in the first year of our plan, and our goals and initiatives for 2023 as we continue to serve more people.

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