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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Vaccine Distribution Plan for Phase 1b

As you may be aware, the Summit County Department of Public Health has started offering the COVID-19 vaccine to those eligible in Phase 1a. Last week those served by Summit DD who live in a congregate settings and the staff who work in those settings were able to receive the vaccine.

Vaccine Distribution Plan for Phase 1b

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DSP Thank You Raffle Prize Winners

It goes without saying that 2020 has been a year unlike any that we have seen. In the midst of these unsettling times, the unwavering commitment of our Direct Service Professionals and Front Line Supervisors has been on full display.

Recently, Summit DD expressed our gratitude to each DSP and Front Line Supervisor in a small but sincere way. As a part of the gift, there was a raffle ticket included. This ticket enters you into a drawing for a chance to receive an additional prize.

Winning Raffle Ticket Numbers:

  • 299697
  • 300745
  • 300032
  • 300968
  • 299854
  • 299931
  • 300328
  • 300740
  • 300072
  • 299066
  • 906196
  • 907011

If you have one of the raffle tickets above, please contact Elaine at 330-414-1516 to claim your prize and coordinate pickup by Dec 22, 2020:

Again, we want to thank each and every DSP and Frontline Supervisor for your hard work and dedication.

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