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The County of Summit ADM Board provides a person-centered approach to prevention, treatment, and recovery. In Summit County, no one walks the recovery journey alone. Together with our partners, we will find a path for anyone who needs the services our system provides.

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Summit County ADM Board Celebrates the 2026 Trailblazer Awards

The County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADM) Board celebrated the 2026 Trailblazer Awards on Thursday, October 8, at the John S. Knight Center in downtown Akron. Trailblazer Award recipients are recognized for their unwavering commitment to supporting mental health and recovery in Summit County. The Dr. Bob Smith Innovation Award recognizes […]

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13th Annual Recovery Challenge 5K and 1 Mile Walk

The County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction & Mental Health Services (ADM) Board announced the 13th Annual Recovery Challenge 5K and 1-Mile Family Fun Walk will take place June 6, 2026, at IBH Addiction Recovery (located at 3445 S. Main St., Akron). The Recovery Challenge 5k course crosses IBH Addiction Recovery’s 86-acre campus in southern […]

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Summit County ADM Board Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Dr. Fred Frese Residential Center

SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio — The County of Summit Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health (ADM) Board hosted a ribbon cutting and open house to celebrate the completion of the Dr. Fred Frese Residential Center on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in Northfield. The Frese Center is a 16-bed residential stepdown center and will serve as transitional […]

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The ADM Board works closely with the Summit County Medical Examiner’s office to provide data regarding overdose deaths and deaths by suicide from across the county. This information is updated weekly, and more information can be provided by contacting adm@admboard.org. Tablet displaying 3D purple bar and line graphs. View Local Statistic Dashboards