These programs serve families across Summit County or Ohio, including Copley.
Neurodivergent-affirming social skills individual sessions and group workshops by telehealth. Past group dates listed were for summer 2026 (ages 10-12 and 13-19); check the page for current dates. Lists Akron and Hudson among areas served.
Ages: Groups listed for ages 10-12 and 13-19
Age groups: 4–12, 13–17, 18–21
Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay
Coverage: Accepting most insurances; $45 flat rate with sliding fee options (per provider)
DIRFloortime developmental therapy and caregiver coaching, primarily virtual; early intervention specialist
Neurodivergent-affirming individual counseling for adults (anxiety, ADHD, autism); mostly telehealth, limited in-person in Barberton
Ages: Adults
Age groups: 18–21, 22+
Payment accepted: Private insurance
Coverage: Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare, Medical Mutual of Ohio, Anthem
Neurodivergent-affirming telehealth therapy for autistic and ADHD teens and adults; therapist is neurodivergent
Ages: Teens and adults
Age groups: 13–17, 18–21, 22+
Neurodivergent-led nonprofit founded by an autistic woman; searchable directory of neurodiversity-affirming resources, community calendar
Ages: All ages
Payment accepted: Free
Coverage: Free
Free social group by and for neurodivergent adults: virtual and in-person events, Discord server
Ages: Adults
Age groups: 18–21, 22+
Payment accepted: Free
Coverage: Free
Monthly virtual group, 3rd Thursday 6:30 pm
Ages: Caregivers
Coverage: Free; registration required
Statewide self-advocacy organization led by people with disabilities; helps set up local chapters
Ages: Teens through adults
KultureCity sensory bags, headphones, social stories; program accommodations w/ 72-hr notice
Ages: All ages
Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+
Coverage: Free
Year-round sports training and competition in 16 sports (including basketball, bowling, swimming, softball). Summit DD says Special Olympics sports are available throughout Summit County; contact Special Olympics Ohio to learn more
Ages: Children and adults with intellectual disabilities
Non-medical home care including scheduled respite for family caregivers, personal care, homemaker services, companionship and transportation support. Columbus-based intake; lists Summit County as part of its service area and works with Summit DD service coordinators.
Payment accepted: Private pay
Coverage: DODD waivers and listed plans (verify authorization); private pay (per provider)
In-home, school and community ABA; early intervention; social skills; parent training
Ages: Children
Ohio-based telehealth ABA services, parent support, and consultation.
Ages: Children
Payment accepted: Private insurance, Private pay
Coverage: In-network with Aetna plans in Ohio; private pay (per provider)
Connects eligible adults to certified day programs: day support (independent living, vocational, communication and safety skills), vocational habilitation, or a combination; coordinated by a Summit DD SSA
Ages: Adults
Vocational rehabilitation: assessment, career planning, skills training, job placement, workplace accommodations, on-the-job support; apply at OODWorks.com
Pre-Employment Transition Services, work-based learning, postsecondary counseling, workplace readiness, job search and job coaching for students with disabilities; requested through school staff or local OOD office
Ages: 14-21 (students in an educational program)
Age groups: 13–17, 18–21
Employment support through your SSA or RSS: interest and skills assessment, interview and resume help, on-the-job assistance; Summit County Employment Collaborative
Ages: Adults
Free early intervention referral and services
Ages: 0-3
Age groups: 0–3
Payment accepted: Free
Coverage: Free to eligible
Scholarship up to $34,000 (2026-27) for IEP/AEP services
Ages: 3-21
Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21
Official searchable list of Autism/Jon Peterson providers
Statewide autism resources; Multi-System Navigation Center
Ages: All ages
Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+
Family resources, Ohio Family Network, complex needs consultation
Ages: All ages
Age groups: 0–3, 4–12, 13–17, 18–21, 22+
Provider finder and insurance help
Monthly payments for people with disabilities who have little or no income or resources; children and adults may be eligible
Ages: Children and adults
Guide to supported decision-making and other alternatives to guardianship; Ohio SDM Help Desk contacts
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