Family Focus Hub

Welcome to Summit DD's Family Focus Hub! This is your guide to Early Intervention strategies, tips and inclusive local events to help your family get the most out of your Early Intervention experience. Check out the resources below.

Top Topics for Fall 2024

As parents we hear a lot about “sensory processing.” But what does this mean for you and your little one? This can be confusing to understand, but we are here to help explain what it is, why it is important and how you can help your little one practice through play.

Four cute little children pull and drag a red cart while playing in outdoor green park.

Mother and children (18-23 months) splashing water

Water Play

Searching for sensory processing activities to try with your family? Check out this water play activity. Or make up your own - there's no wrong way to use your (or your child's) imagination!

Let's get splashing

Young boy at Zoo touching animal with long tail being held by zoo employee

Family Friendly Resources

Looking for inclusive things to do? Want to join a playgroup hosted by Summit DD's Speech and Language Pathologists? In need of diapers for your family? Check out these resources, here in Summit County.

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Try This!

Not sure which sensory toys to get for your child? Try before you buy - you read that right - try before you buy with the UDS Lending Library. This great resource for trying out sensory toys to see what your child might be drawn to before purchasing.

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Concerned About Your Child's Development?

If your child is missing milestones, Early Intervention may be key to their development. We offer a free assessment tool to help you know if your child could benefit from EI services. Or you can contact our partner, Ohio Early Intervention (commonly known as Help Me Grow) to find out if your child is eligible.

Make a referral to Ohio Early Intervention

Family Focus Archive

Missed the last issue? Curious about past articles, tips or resources? No worries! We have all the information at your fingertips. Visit our Family Focus archive to see what you may have missed.

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