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 honors Ned Kostur for outstanding service to Illinois children and youth with special healthcare needs and their families
Care Coordinator Ned Kostur is the 2023 recipient of the University of Illinois Chicago's Division of Speci...
The DSCC Family Portal can help you easily communicate with your care coordination team and find the information you need
It's important for our Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) participant families to be active partne...
News
Home Care Region 2 Care Coordinator Earns DSCC's Award of Merit
December 1, 2023
DSCC honors Ned Kostur for outstanding service to Illinois children and youth with special healthcare needs and their families Care Coordinator Ned Kostur is the...
DSCC Partners in Research Study to Improve Home Health Care for Children
November 29, 2023
"SafeCare@Home4Kids" aims to understand and prevent safety issues at home for children with medical complexity The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is excited...
Sensory-Friendly Holiday Happenings in Illinois
November 22, 2023
Fun, inclusive events the whole family can enjoy throughout Illinois! How will you make memories this holiday season? There are light displays, sensitive Santa opportunities,...
Events
Youth Esports Series for Players Who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing
November 6, 2023
Calling all Esports players ages 13 and up who are deaf and hard of hearing! Do you love Fortnite, Rocket League, Mario Kart Deluxe...
Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois Caregiver Support Group in Belleville
December 5, 2023
The Epilepsy Foundation of Greater Southern Illinois offers monthly social, educational and caregiver support groups. The "Caregiver Support Group" meets on the first Tuesday of...
Sensory-Friendly ZooLights in Chicago
December 6, 2023
A sensory-friendly version of Lincoln Park Zoo's ZooLights event Enjoy a sensory-friendly evening at ZooLights on Dec. 6 from 4:30 to 9 p.m. Come enjoy...