Category Archives: Health and Safety Alerts

Summer Safety

It is important to know the facts to prepare for a safe and enjoyable summer for you and those you support.

Get some fast facts to make it a great summer and help protect those you serve. Read More ›

Recognizing and Responding to Medical Emergencies

Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) have the power to save lives and prevent harm when they have a clear understanding of how changes in a person’s behavior, habits and physical condition can be a sign of a greater healthcare crisis.

Learn how you can proactively support someone before an emergency happens. Read More ›

Summit DD Launches Eat Safe Campaign for Providers

Summit DD’s Eat Safe campaign is designed to educate, support and help implement a safe eating culture for those with developmental disabilities in Summit County who are at risk for eating/swallowing difficulties.

The mission of our Eat Safe campaign is to inform and educate the individuals we serve, their families and caregivers, to help ensure their safety and enjoyment while eating and drinking.

Please explore our brand new Eat Safe webpage here! It is full of handy resources including an Eat Safe training video, an introduction to our Speech-Language Pathology team, and handy cookbooks with recipes and other helpful resources.

Know that Facts About the COVID-19 Vaccine

We know there is a lot of information out there about the vaccines and we want you to make an informed decision. Please take time to learn the facts from reputable sources like the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Read More ›

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