As parents, we hear and see common terms through interactions with professionals or the internet. While these terms seem common place, they may not be clearly understood or easily applied to our own young children. One of these terms is “sensory processing.” This is something that can be confusing to understand, as well as how it impacts young children. Read More ›
Water is one of the easiest sensory play activities to set up for babies and toddlers and a great outdoor summer activity. Setting up water play activities can be as simple as using an empty plastic container, large bowls or anything you have around the home. The beauty of water play is not only can it be an easy activity to set up, it’s also an open-ended activity – there’s no right or wrong way to play. It’s about exploring and seeing what happens. Check out some ideas below to get started. Read More ›
Our Summit County community has a number a resources available to support and help families of all abilities explore. Here are a few to try. Read More ›
We’ve heard from families, providers and colleagues throughout the community about how important your Summit DD connections are to you. From the friendly staff member who is always so helpful with billing questions, to the beloved Developmental Specialist or SSA who feels like family, you asked for a way to recognize their dedication, and we delivered. Now you can nominate that amazing Summit DD employee for one of our Core Value Awards. Read More ›