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 eating/swallowing and die from respiratory disease. Read More ›
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PPE and Cleaning Supplies Available to Families and People with Disabilities
Personal Protective Equipment, known as PPE, can be powerful tools in the fight against COVID-19. Items like face masks, gloves and face shields, help minimize the spread of the virus when close contact is necessary. For many who receive support with personal care, PPE is a key tool to help keep them protected.
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Your Guide to the MUI Process for Adults
Summit DD, like each County Board in Ohio, is responsible for ensuring the health and safety of those we serve. Occasionally there are circumstances that pose a threat to the health, safety or well-being of an individual with a developmental disability; we refer to these incidents as Unusual Incidents (UI) or Major Unusual Incidents (MUI).
In MUI circumstances affecting adults, Summit DD has Read More ›