Photo of Chris Watts speaking with a colleague during the Intensive Treatment Team meeting.

Summit DD develops Intensive Treatment Team to support those with intensive needs

While developmental disabilities and mental health conditions are different, there are instances when a person can have both. These situations can require different levels of support. In some cases, this can mean an individual has very intensive support needs. So how does Summit DD address these situations and support those with intensive needs? Read More ›

League of Women Voters volunteer Leah Holden presenting information on Rights of Voters with Disabilities

Local partnership focuses on rights of voters with disabilities

On Wed., October 2, more than 50 people gathered in-person and online to learn about rights of voters with disabilities. This sessions was presented in partnership by Summit DD and the League of Women Voters of the Akron Area. Facilitated by LWV volunteer, Leah Holden, the presentation focused on the rights, choices and accommodations that voters with disabilities have to make their voices heard. Read More ›

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

Community Resources for Fall 2024

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 ›

Smiling young man standing with his support team of Summit DD staff and providers around him

Summit DD to begin survey of individuals, families and guardians through local research company

Summit DD initiated our long-range plan strategic planning process that will shape the future of our organization. This endeavor is designed to reaffirm our mission, vision and values, strengthen our operations, and ensure that we continue to deliver exceptional services to those we serve and our community. As we embark on this process our goal is to capitalize on our strengths and address our future challenges with a clear plan that outlines our future priorities of the next levy cycle (2025–2030) and action plans to meet those priorities. Here is what you can expect: Read More ›

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