Category Archives: Successes

Picture of crowd at Summit DD appreciation breakfast.

Celebrating Our Essential Community Partners

Summit DD’s Appreciation Breakfast and Awards Celebration brought together more than 350 social service agencies, disability providers, local elected officials, community members and families to celebrate the impact of three award winners! This celebration was the perfect way to close out a month long celebration of DD Awareness. Read More ›

Photo of Evan sitting on the Smart Home couch smiling proudly.

Evan’s Tech Journey

In celebration of Assistive Technology Awareness Month, we’d like to recognize Evan! Earlier this year, Evan became Summit DD’s SMART Home Tech Champion after an extensive search and interview process. Evan now lives in the SMART Home and provides weekly tours to peers with developmental disabilities, community partners, and more. “I used to not see myself as someone with a disability. I separated myself from them in my mind. Now that I have met so many others through my tours, I realize we are all the same and we can help one another!” shared Evan. Read More ›

Kent State University student Sam Culbertson in his dorm room.

My Story: Sam

Meet Sam! Sam and his family tapped into essential Summit DD services and tech supports so he could attend Kent State University’s Sport Administration Program. Last summer, he graduated…a goal his parents were unsure he could attain without the right supports. Watch his video spotlight to see how he reached his goals in partnership with Summit DD! Read More ›

Maliek posing proudly for a photo at a Cuyahoga Falls parks and recreation location.

Maliek’s Employment Journey

As we close out October’s National Disability Employment Awareness Month, we’d like to celebrate Maliek’s journey to employment at Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation! Read More ›

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