Wow! Thank you to all those who nominated someone for the 2018 Appreciation Awards. From the dozens of nominations that were submitted, it’s clear that Summit County firmly believes in inclusive communities. Read More ›
Author Archives: Eric Bailey
Little Amelia: An EI Success Story
When a child is diagnosed with a developmental disability, it can be very challenging for a family. Recent estimates in the United States show that about one in six children from ages 3 to 17 have a developmental disability. Read More ›
Summit DD Partners with Local Schools to Support Students
The Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board, or Summit DD, has partnered with Woodridge and Copley-Fairlawn schools to launch a Transition Services for Youth pilot program. The initiative is being funded by local tax dollars that were set aside by Summit DD in 2017 to specifically create and foster innovative programs. Read More ›
Payee FAQs: A Practical Guide to Managing Social Security Benefits
What is a Payee?
According to the Social Security Administration, a representative payee is a person or organization appointed to receive the Social Security or SSI benefits for anyone who can’t manage their own benefits. It can be a friend or family member or organizational payee. When choosing a payee consider choosing someone the beneficiary feels will support them in participating in managing their money. Read More ›