Tag Archives: self advocacy

Parent Transition Academy a Big Success

In the first quarter of 2018, Summit DD partnered with six community organizations to sponsor a Parent Transition Academy. Hosted by the Summit Educational Service Center, this educational series was designed specifically for parents and guardians of middle and high school students with disabilities. The Parent Transition Academy was comprised of a monthly session from January through April and featured informational topics such as: Read More ›

An Empowering DD Awareness Month

What an epic and empowering DD Awareness Month! Each March, Summit DD and the community come together to celebrate Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. Throughout the month, Read More ›

A Voice to Guide Others

Throughout the course of history, there has been a common trend—strong leaders have strong voices. They speak to create change. They provide a voice for the voiceless. A young Summit County man named Darick is ready to take on that great responsibility, not only for himself but for all people with developmental disabilities. “I want to make change—a difference, for all. That’s what I want to do,” Darick proudly stated. Read More ›

informDD February 2017

Join us for our March DD Awareness Month celebration! We’re hosting several community events and sharing the resources you need to make your community a more inclusive place for people of all abilities.

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