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Summit DD staff high diving during the autism training day event.

3rd Annual Early Intervention Autism Training Day a Success!

This week, the Summit DD Early Intervention team held their 3rd annual EI Autism Training Day. The event was held at the Cuyahoga Falls Natatorium and featured guest speakers from the Ohio Association of County Boards, the Autism Society of Greater Akron, Groovy Garfoose Music Therapy, and Portage DD. The event concluded with keynote presentations from two autism advocates, Andi Putt and Grace Blatt. 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.

Athletes, Staff, and Community Members participating in the Special Olympics Basketball Fundraiser.

Record Breaking Special Olympics Fundraiser

Thank you to our generous community for making this year’s Special Olympics fundraiser a record breaking event! We had more spectators, more community raffle donations, and more total funds raised than any other year. The Special Olympics Weaver Warriors defeated the Summit DD Employee Basketball team in a fun, fast-paced game! Read More ›

Elizabeth: An Artist Story

When you walk into Elizabeth’s work space, you’re met with the smell of fresh acrylic paints, a table full of creative clay critters, and a modest smirk from a talented artist. Her personality shows through every art piece, whether it’s a coy fox, a wizard owl, or a dignified bat wearing a top hat. They’re unique, charming and full of character. When asked how long it takes to make each piece, Elizabeth quietly but confidently replied “I don’t know. I just know when it’s right.” She then picked up her brush, analyzed what color to use, and began making her next piece just-right. Read More ›

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