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.
Find out what our participant families can expect as we continue to roll out CarePay, our new claims processing system
We want to share our progress as we implement a new claims system and explain what this change means for you. ...
The council is a great opportunity to share your voice and help improve transition support for youth across Illinois.
Calling all teens and young adults with special healthcare needs in Illinois!
Would you like to make a d...
DSCC is proud to sponsor the expanded eHomeCare program to help families and home nurses improve their care knowledge and refresh their skills
We are excited to help expand a free online training program on how to care for children wi...
News
Update on Federal SNAP Benefits and Food Resources for Families
October 22, 2025
DSCC can help our participant families find food pantries and other resources as the federal government shutdown continues. UPDATED on Nov. 6, 2025 - The...
Important Update About Our Phone Menu Options
October 6, 2025
Details about our updated phone menu to help families more quickly connect with our team It's important that you can reach the right team member...
Update on DSCC's New Claims Processing System
October 2, 2025
Find out what our participant families can expect as we continue to roll out CarePay, our new claims processing system We want to share our...
Events
Epilepsy Evening Virtual Support Group
November 6, 2025
A free virtual support group for people with epilepsy, their caregivers and community members who want to learn more about supporting them Join the Epilepsy...
Red Kite Storyhoppers-Session 2 for Children on the Autism Spectrum and a Caregiver in Chicago
November 9, 2025
Fun, interactive creative drama class for youth on the autism spectrum ages 4 to 7 and a participating grown-up The Chicago Children's Theatre will host...
Virtual Community Calls - Peer Support Groups for Caregivers of Children and Individuals With PKU
November 10, 2025
A free virtual, monthly opportunity to learn, share and build connections for caregivers of individuals with PKU The National Phenylketonuria (PKU) Alliance hosts monthly Community...