We’re here to help.
We partner with Illinois families and communities to help children and youth with special healthcare needs connect to services and resources.
How we help.
How we help you and your child depends on your specific preferences and needs. Our Care Coordinators can support you in the following areas:
Who we help.
We serve thousands of families in all counties across the State of Illinois.
(The Division of Specialized Care for Children) was one of the first organizations to step into our lives. They were some of the first social workers who came into our home and really began helping us to navigate our new lives with a medically complex child.
Join us as we grow our online community to share resources, family stories and more.
The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is now on Instagram!
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Find out what our participant families can expect as we continue to roll out CarePay, our new claims processing system
We want to share our progress as we implement a new claims system and explain what this change means for you. ...
The council is a great opportunity to share your voice and help improve transition support for youth across Illinois.
Calling all teens and young adults with special healthcare needs in Illinois!
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News
Honor National Family Caregivers Month by Caring for Yourself
November 12, 2025
We've developed resources to help you support your mental health, reduce stress and connect with others who understand. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a...
November 10, 2025
Join us as we grow our online community to share resources, family stories and more. The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is now...
Update on Federal SNAP Benefits and Food Resources for Families
October 22, 2025
DSCC can help our participant families find food pantries and other resources as the federal government shutdown continues. UPDATED on Nov. 14, 2025 - The...
Events
17th Annual Empower All Abilities Conference in Springfield
November 15, 2025
A free conference dedicated to supporting and celebrating students of all abilities and their families Springfield Public Schools and a supportive community of advocates will...
PKU Organization of Illinois Low Protein Annual Meeting in Rosemont
November 15, 2025
An event featuring speakers, panel discussions, vendors and more for families living with phenylketonuria (PKU) and other allied inborn error of metabolism disorders Join PKU...
"A Christmas Carol" Sensory-Friendly Theater Experience in Carpentersville
November 15, 2025
Step into the spirit of the season with this sensory-friendly performance for children of all ages and abilities Join School District D300 and community partners...