Tag Archives: Community Employment

Maliek posing proudly for a photo at a Cuyahoga Falls parks and recreation location.

Maliek’s Employment Journey

As we close out October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate Maliek’s journey to employment at Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation! Read More ›

Portrait of an Acme employee, Scott, standing in from our the Acme entrance sign.

The Kenmore Fox

Back in 1990, Scott Fox started his career at the Kenmore Acme Fresh Market. Nearly 35 years later, he’s still a loyal Acme employee and a local celebrity in the Kenmore community. When asked why he has worked there for so long, he replied “…for the people, for the customers.” Read More ›

Local students participating in the Summer Youth Work Experience program.

NDEAM: So much to celebrate this October

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month (known as NDEAM). It is a time to celebrate people of all abilities in the workplace. Employing a diverse workforce gives organizations the chance to solve problems and meet customers’ needs from new and different perspectives. NDEAM is also a time to celebrate the direct support professionals in our community who support the employment needs of employees with disabilities. Read More ›

2021 Summit DD Annual Report

Last year marked the final year of our 2019-2021 Long Range Plan. This plan focused on ensuring quality services, empowering and engaging our workforce and securing sustainability for future generations. With help from our partners, dedicated staff and our supportive community, we embraced these goals.

Read the online annual report here and discover how Summit DD and our partners empower our community and build meaningful connections throughout Summit County every day.

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