There have been some recent changes within the MUI Department. As shared in October 2025, Summit DD eliminated 29 positions across the agency to address rising costs and ensure we can continue delivering essential services to people with developmental disabilities in Summit County.
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Tag Archives: MUI
MUI Department Changes
MUI Definitions and Reporting
Major Unusual Incidents: Classification and Definitions
Timely reporting of MUI’s help improve the quality of services for those we support and help keep them safe. Our MUI team is here to help you understand what to report and when. All roles and responsibilities of County Board staff and providers can be found in the MUI Rule. Also, check out the other resources found in the Department of Developmental Disabilities Health and Safety Toolkit. If you still have questions please contact us. Read More ›
Unapproved Behavioral Supports on the Rise
Identified Trend: Unapproved Behavioral Supports
After several consecutive years of decreasing uses of Unapproved Behavioral Supports (UBS), we have unfortunately seen an uptick in UBS MUIs this year. Read More ›
Staff Spotlight: Intake Investigative Agent II, Kim Bell
Intake Investigative Agent II, Kim Bell has been with Summit DD for nearly 20 years. While Bell initially got an accounting degree from Stark State College and spent several years working in the field, she says that she knew she wanted to do something where she could help people and make a difference. In 2003, she began working with Summit DD. She has worked in various roles throughout her time with the Agency and joined the MUI department in 2016 after obtaining her IA certification. Read More ›
