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!
Would you like to make a d...
News
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. 6, 2025 - The...
Important Update About Our Phone Menu Options
October 6, 2025
Details about our updated phone menu to help families more quickly connect with our team It's important that you can reach the right team member...
Events
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Monthly Recreational Support Group in Belleville
November 11, 2025
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois (EFGSI) offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The “Recreational Support Group” meets on the second Tuesday of...
Monthly Virtual Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Round Table Meet-Up for 18 and Older
November 11, 2025
Free virtual monthly meetup for adults 18 and older affected by phenylketonuria (PKU) Join the Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Families' virtual "PKU 18+ Round Table"...
Webinar Series - "Know Your Options"
November 13, 2025
A free, monthly webinar series for families and individuals who have received an early notification/were selected for PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services)...