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 ›
There were a number of important provider updates in the 4/26 DODD Monday Memo. Below are a few highlights. To read the entire memo, please visit the DODD website. Read More ›
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.
Update: The Ohio Bureau of Workers’ Compensation has expanded eligibility for reimbursement of expenses related to upgrading or purchasing items that assist with indoor air quality. The deadline for when funds must be spent has been extended to June, 2021. Providers can receive up to $15,000.
The COVID-19 Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Assistance Program provides reimbursement for eligible applicants to help cover the costs of inspections, assessments, maintenance, and improvements to indoor heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems to control the spread of COVID-19. It also provides reimbursement for secondary devices designed to destroy bacteria and mold and inactivate viruses.
