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Fall Artist Spotlight

Creation—the ability to create something from nothing. All of us have this unique and powerful ability. However, some of us can channel it in truly amazing ways. Meet four artists with disabilities who share this empowering trait in Summit DD’s Fall Artist Spotlight. Plus, you can see their work in person at several upcoming art shows that can be found here! Read More ›

Two Talented Artists Displaying Creative Works At Local Studio

It’s a great accomplishment for artists to share their work with the community. For the next month, two extremely talented artists with developmental disabilities will have their art on display for the community to enjoy at the Studios of Jack Richard in Cuyahoga Falls.  Read More ›

Advocacy Day Event Through Self-Advocates’ Own Voices

“If you want to be heard, speak up,” said self-advocate, Karen. “You’re your own advocate. Don’t be afraid.” Great advice from a self-described former wall-flower.

Karen was one of more than 10 advocates who spoke at Summit DD’s Advocacy Day event on March 3. The local advocacy event mirrored the State Advocacy Day that kicked off National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Read More ›

Celebrate Ability – Celebrate DD Awareness Month this March

The greater Akron area is thriving! It provides an ideal living and working environment for just about everyone. Known for innovation, top notch higher education, and Read More ›

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