Find out about news and events for children with special healthcare needs.
To view information specific to your area, visit your Regional Office page. You can also use the search field in the upper right hand corner to narrow your view. For example, you can search for camps, workshops, a specific topic, or by condition.
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 again partner with the Illinois State Fair to provide inclusive,…
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…
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 opportunity to connect with other families and share your feedback…
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. Getting the right amount of sleep each night can be…
The public comment period is open until April 22 Families have an opportunity to share feedback on proposed improvements to the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for Those Who Are Medically Fragile and Technology…
Our NurseNet and Provider Portal sites will be briefly unavailable starting at 8 p.m. on March 14 The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) will perform scheduled maintenance on our claims processing system and…
Inclusive camps for all ages offer fun, friendships and new adventures! Are you looking for the perfect camp opportunity for your child or young adult? Check out our 2026 summer camp list. You’ll find accessible…
Hunt for eggs, see the Easter Bunny and enjoy plenty of family fun at sensory-friendly events in March and April Wondering where the Easter Bunny will hop next? The Division of Specialized Care for Children’s…
These free webinars will focus on SNAP benefits, estate and financial planning, and caregiver mental health Our annual education webinar series returns in March with a whole new lineup of topics! Join the Division of…
About 400 youth, family members and professionals gained valuable information, resources and connections to help prepare for adulthood at the 2025 conference in Springfield The 2025 Illinois Statewide Transition Conference was more than just an…
