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.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety recall for certain Resmed Astral 100 and 150 ventilators.
Attention Home Care Program families! We have an important announcement about a safety recall that may affect your ch...
News
Important Ventilator Recall Information for Home Care Program Families
August 11, 2026
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a safety recall for certain Resmed Astral 100 and 150 ventilators. Attention Home Care Program families! We...
Sensory-Friendly Fun and Support at the 2026 Illinois State Fair in Springfield
July 13, 2026
Come visit DSCC at the fair’s Sensory Station on Aug. 13-17 and enjoy special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 15 We are excited to once...
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...
Events
The Arc of Illinois' 2026 Mini Conference in Alsip
September 15, 2026
A conference highlighting disability services in Illinois The Arc of Illinois' Family Support Network and Family Advocate Program will host its 2026 Mini Conference on...
Webinar Series - "Demystifying Behavior Interventions: A Step-by-Step Series for Parents"
September 15, 2026
Learn how to advocate for your child with disabilities to receive the right behavior interventions in this free step-by-step webinar series for parents and caregivers...
Book Discussion with "Range of Motion" Author in Rockford
September 15, 2026
Explore the complexities of disability with the City of Rockford Poet Laureate and the author of "Range of Motion" Join the City of Rockford Poet...