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.
We’ve been quite fortunate, blessed I would say, to have phenomenal Care Coordinators through DSCC, and I don’t take that for granted at all. They have a wealth of information. I’ve learned so much through my interactions with DSCC.
Join our free webinar on June 8 for families of youth with special healthcare needs transitioning to adulthood
When a young person with special healthcare needs turns 18, their family often faces important decisions about independenc...
News
Learn How Supported Decision-Making and Guardianship Can Help You Plan for the Future
May 13, 2026
Join our free webinar on June 8 for families of youth with special healthcare needs transitioning to adulthood When a young person with special healthcare...
Share Your Input at Our May 7 Family Advisory Council Open Forum
April 17, 2026
We invite all Illinois families of children with special healthcare needs to share their feedback and experiences at this virtual forum. Join us for an...
DSCC Helps Give One Family a Safer Night’s Sleep
April 8, 2026
A DSCC Care Coordinator partnered with community organizations to create a custom SeizureSense alert system for a teen with complex needs and her deaf parents....
Events
Playdate and Family Learning Night in Naperville
June 3, 2026
Learn how to grow strong partnerships, promote early childhood inclusion and advocate for your child with disabilities at this free event for caregivers and families...
June 3, 2026
A free, three-part series of webinars to help Illinois families explore options and plan for the future of children with disabilities transitioning to adulthood The...
June 4, 2026
Family camp opportunities offer connection and learning opportunities for individuals affected by PKU (phenylketonuria) or any inherited metabolic disorder flok offers two family camp opportunities...