Summit County disability service providers deliver the essential services that people with developmental disabilities rely on to meet their daily needs. These Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) and front-line managers support people in their homes, provide daily care and ensure that people can get to their jobs and day programs safely. It isn’t an easy career, but it’s more than a job to these professionals. It’s a purpose. Summit DD believes it is important to show appreciation to these hard-working professionals, so we brought back the Summit DD Appreciation Grant. Read More ›
Summit County hosts a donation drive-thru for children and adults with disabilities
News Channel 5 Cleveland
By: Jessi SchultzPosted at 9:07 AM, Apr 16, 2020 and last updated 9:46 AM, Apr 16, 2020
TALLMADGE, Ohio — Summit County Developmental Disabilities Board serves about 5,000 adults and children with developmental disabilities through a variety of services and programs.
Billie Jo David, the board’s communication director, said social distancing and the stay at home order has been especially hard for their clients. Read More ›
Residential
In Summit County, there’s a large selection of residential service options for adults with developmental disabilities. Whether you’re looking for the perfect place to call home or are in need of extra support in your current residence, your SSA can help you uncover the right solution for you. Residential supports are provided by a network of quality private providers. These services are coordinated through your Summit DD SSA.
Residential options can include:
- In-Home Homemaker/Personal Care (HPC) services like Ann Marie
- Shared living like roommates Gina and Sherwanna
- Remote supports
- IFC Resources:
For information on these and other residential options, check out the DODD’s Residential Options Guide. If you are looking to change your residential services, talk to your SSA or RSS to uncover the option that fits your needs and budget.
Quality Is Our Highest Priority
Everyone deserves high-quality services and supports paired with the best care so they can work to achieve their life goals and dreams. As we continue toward our long-range goals of increasing provider support and ensuring quality supports in the community, Summit DD has developed tools, trainings and resources to support disability service providers and empower people of ALL abilities. Read More ›