Archives by Month: March 2026

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2026 Annual MUI Stakeholders Meeting Summary

The Summit County MUI Stakeholders Committee met on 3/23/26 to discuss the MUI data and trends from the 2025 calendar year. Learn more about the patterns they identified. Read More ›

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Sheriff’s Corner: Looking for Love in all the Wrong Places

It seems like every week, I see new cases of romance scams. I get it, people want to feel loved, valued, and understood. That’s exactly what makes these scams so effective. Scammers don’t just go after wallets; they target loneliness and the desire for connection. As these scams become more sophisticated, it’s important to understand how they work and how to protect ourselves. Read More ›

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Food 4 Thought: Eating Accessibility Equipment

Everyone wants to enjoy meals safely and as independently as possible…. everyone. There are many ways to help ensure that mealtimes are safe, enjoyable, social, all while supporting a person’s independence. One way to support an individual during meals is to provide equipment that offers the chance of success and safety. Learn more about adaptive mealtime equipment. Read More ›

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Staff Spotlight: Mary Grzegorek

Mary Grzegorek is the Senior Manager of Provider Relations at Summit DD. Mary has worked in the field since 2005; beginning in roles including job coaching, residential Direct Support Professional (DSP), mental health case manager, and as a teacher. For the past 13 years at Summit DD, Mary has previously served as a Service and Support Administrator (SSA) and Transition Options Coordinator, and Mary is now the Senior Manager of Provider Relations. Mary holds a BA in History and a Master’s degree in Special Education from the University of Akron.

Outside of work, Mary enjoys spending time with her wife, their two children, and being outdoors. Their home is also kept lively by their Bernese Mountain Dog and Bearded Dragon.

“In my current role, I focus on supporting providers to deliver high-quality services through training, guidance, and ongoing collaboration. My team and I work closely with providers to offer resources, share trends and best practices, and provide guidance on compliance and standards. I also collaborate with MUI to follow up on concerns and help ensure providers have the tools and support they need to succeed.”

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