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!
Follow @UICDSCC to stay connected and find:
Helpful res...
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
Webinar -"Social Stories: Preparing Our Kids and Ourselves"
November 13, 2025
Master the basics of using and creating social stories at this free webinar for parents and educators Join STARNET Region IV and STARNET Region V...
National Alliance on Mental Health (NAMI) Family Support Group in Kankakee
November 13, 2025
A free in-person monthly support group for adults with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition Join the National Alliance...
Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN) Support Group in LaSalle
November 13, 2025
A free monthly support group for people with epilepsy, caregivers, family, friends and community members Join the Epilepsy Advocacy Network (EAN)'s support group in LaSalle....