“When I was born, the doctors told my foster mom that I’d never walk. And she said to them ‘you don’t know what God can do’,” Marci shared with a proud smile. From the moment you begin speaking with Marci, you quickly realize her passion. A passion for life. A drive to succeed at every dream she can imagine. Read More ›
Category Archives: Successes
My Summit DD: Jessica
“Hopefully one of the parents, any parent, would see this and realize that if I can be included and succeed…that their kid could too!” In celebration of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, watch Jessica share her story. Read More ›
Community Partnership Helps Nearly 100 Local Teens
For the past three years, Summit DD has partnered with Summit County Jobs and Family Services to provide essential employment opportunities for local teens. In 2016, the program impacted 35 people and then in 2017 it grew to 40. This summer, Summit DD nearly doubled the impact—benefiting 79 teens. Read More ›
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 ›
