There’s no better feeling in the world than when you reach a goal. That pinnacle moment when all of your hard work and passion come to light. At Summit DD, we are on a mission to provide individuals with developmental disabilities the options and opportunities they need to live their life, their way, and to the fullest extent. To achieve this desired outcome, we’re building a better, stronger relationship with those who rely on us. Read More ›
From Kent State To Successful Career
Leaving college and entering the workforce can be tough for anyone, but Elizabeth, who has Down Syndrome, wasn’t going to leave anything to chance. She was prepared for the transition Read More ›
What is a Budget for Services?
Summit DD Service and Support Administrator’s, or SSAs, coordinate services using a person-centered approach and work with each person to develop an individual budget for services that meet their needs and fit their budget. Most adults supported by Summit DD are funded through a Federal Medicaid Waiver. In these cases Medicaid pays approximately 60% of the costs for services and Summit DD (through local levy dollars) pays 40% of the costs for services. If an individual does not qualify for Medicaid, services are paid for using local levy dollars. Read More ›
CMS and DODD reach agreement about Conflict of Interest
The Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD) announced on June 23 that the Center for Medicaid Services (CMS) has accepted the state’s plan of compliance regarding Conflict Free Case Management, giving County Boards until 2024 to come into compliance. Read More ›