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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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Category C Appendix Forms & Proper Reporting

The reporting requirements for all Law Enforcement, Unanticipated Hospitalization, & Unapproved Behavioral Supports (Category C MUIs) changed when the new rule took effect July 2025. Get resources to help with your reporting. Read More ›

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Annual Analysis Reminder: 2026 Updates

As we look ahead to 2026, we want to remind all Agency Providers about the upcoming 2025 Annual Analysis. Read More ›

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MUI Staff Spotlight: Laura Poundstone

We would like to welcome our newest Investigative Agent (IA), Laura Poundstone!

Laura has a BA in Speech Language Pathology & Audiology and an MS is Education. Prior to working at Summit DD, Laura worked at Cuyahoga Board of DD as an IA for five years, and taught in multiple disabilities classrooms for 12 years in Cleveland Heights and Akron. 

When asked about what she is looking forward to here in Summit County, she shared, “I am excited to learn more about providers and services offered in Summit County.”

We are excited to have Laura’s as the newest member of our team!

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