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.
Our annual family survey is an easy way to share your input and help improve our services.
Attention participant families, be sure to watch your mail or email!
On Feb. 10, all Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC)...
Families have until Jan. 30, 2025, to share their input on a state plan amendment allowing CNAs to become paid family caregivers.
Families can now share their feedback to allow more parents/legally responsible adults (LRAs) to become ...
DSCC honors Meeka Hudson for her dedication to supporting Illinois children and youth with special healthcare needs and their families
Care Coordinator Meeka Hudson is the 2024 recipient of the University of Illinois Chicago’s Divisio...
News
DSCC Families, We Want Your Feedback!
January 22, 2025
Our annual family survey is an easy way to share your input and help improve our services. Attention participant families, be sure to watch your...
Be a Part of Illinois Miss Amazing
January 16, 2025
Miss Amazing is a national nonprofit program that encourages girls and women with disabilities to consider their goals, challenge themselves and take pride in who...
Share Your Feedback to Allow CNAs as Paid Family Caregivers
January 2, 2025
Families have until Jan. 30, 2025, to share their input on a state plan amendment allowing CNAs to become paid family caregivers. Families can now...
Events
Free Laundry Day in Harrisburg
February 10, 2025
Free laundry day offers support for substance use disorders and clean clothes Southeastern Illinois Substance Use Prevention and Recovery Treatment (SI SUPRT) will host a...
Caregiver and Kids Craft Club in Kankakee
February 10, 2025
Free paint night focusing on self-care, creativity and fun for parents, caregivers and their children navigating the mental health system of care in Kankakee County....
Webinar - 2025 Family Leaders Collaborative Conference Virtual Lunchtime Learning Series Session 2
February 10, 2025
A free virtual lunchtime webinar series empowering families and professionals to explore critical topics, connect and create inclusive opportunities for individuals with disabilities The 2025...