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.
DSCC team members will be at the fair’s Sensory Station on Aug. 7-10 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 9
We are excited to once again partner with the Illinois State Fair to support inclusive, accessible...
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News
Sensory-Friendly Fun for Families at the 2025 Illinois State Fair
July 9, 2025
DSCC team members will be at the fair’s Sensory Station on Aug. 7-10 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 9 We are...
Research Study Opportunity on the Transition to Adult Care
May 21, 2025
The study seeks people with special healthcare needs between the ages of 20 and 30 and their families Researchers at the University of Chicago are...
Webinar Series to Help Families, Caregivers and Youth Navigate the Transition to Adulthood
May 14, 2025
Learn practical strategies and tools to plan for the transition to adulthood during our free two-part series Families can face new challenges and shifting roles...
Events
Springfield Public Schools Back-to-School Event
July 31, 2025
Free district-wide back-to-school event for School District 186 students and their families Springfield Public Schools - District 186 will host the first-ever district-wide Back-to-School event...
Webinar - "Family Data Leaders Series (DASY)"
July 31, 2025
Learn how to read, understand and apply information and data in this free webinar series for caregivers and families of young children with disabilities This...
July 31, 2025
A free two-part webinar series to help families, caregivers and youth with complex needs navigate the transition to adulthood Join the Division of Specialized Care...