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Each year, Summit DD creates an Annual Action Plan that outlines specific action items that help the Agency and our team members achieve the priorities identified in our Long-Range Plan. 2024 marks the final year of the current Long-Range Plan and its objectives:
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Did you know that Summit DD’s Summer Youth Work Experience and Career Exploration Program is just one of the many initiatives funded by local tax dollars provided by Summit County residents? In 2023, 120 young adults with developmental disabilities gained valuable work experience this summer!
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A person’s path to employment can be complex, especially for those with disabilities. Summit DD understands that while some people are ready to jump right into the workforce, others may want to learn more about concepts and expectations before taking the next step. To meet people where they are, Summit DD’s Community Supports and Development […]
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“What I find most valuable about Summit DD Early Intervention services, is having another person in Katie’s corner. Having someone that celebrates Katie and recognizes her smallest accomplishments, is invaluable. Teaching Katie that she is accepted and loved and that her life is important and valuable, despite her challenges, is my most important job as […]
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Summit DD spent the last year talking to those we serve, families, providers, schools, the community and countless others as we designed our next three-year strategic plan. The next three years is all about person-centerd planning to achieve our vision that “Summit County is a community where people feel included.”
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Summit DD’s Eat Safe campaign is designed to educate, support and help implement a safe eating culture for those with developmental disabilities in Summit County who are at risk for eating/swallowing difficulties. Research indicates that individuals with developmental disabilities are up to 3 times more likely than those in the general population to experience trouble […]
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With all of the challenges that this year has brought due to the pandemic and uncertainty still ahead of us as we move into the fall, Summit DD wants you to know that we are here for you. Summit DD has been and remains open to assist you or your loved one with the same […]
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For years, Summit DD has worked with local school districts and Koinonia to provide a program that helps build useful career skills for students with disabilities. Koinonia’s Compass Pathfinder program (formerly ASPIRE) works with transition-age teens to explore their interests, develop skills and gain employment experience. This program is traditionally very hands-on. When the Coronavirus […]
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Stay up-to-date on the latest news from Summit DD. News Publications Looking to learn more about what we do? Visit Summit DD’s Publications page for reports, updates, and insights about our work and impact. Media Contact Please direct all media inquiries to Communications Director, Billie Jo David at BDavid@SummitDD.org. We are happy to assist with […]
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We can’t accomplish our mission alone! Summit DD needs community collaboration to make the biggest impact for those we serve. See how we connect with community to increase opportunities for children and adults with disabilities.
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Health and Safety Quick Links The health, safety, and welfare of those we support is our primary concern. Summit DD maintains safeguards and ongoing review processes designed to promote safe, quality services and respond when concerns arise. MUI Reporting Reminders for Providers Major Unusual Incidents (MUI): A Major Unusual Incident (MUI) is any alleged, suspected, […]
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Over the past year, Summit DD has been developing an essential learning opportunity for middle school students. “It’s designed to teach inclusion, kindness and acceptance,” shared Summit DD Early Childhood Support Specialist Lucy Boss.
