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.
All Illinois families of children with special healthcare needs are welcome to share their feedback and experiences at this virtual forum.
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News
New Electronic Visit Verification System for In-Home Nursing
October 30, 2024
Electronic Visit Verification (EVV) is a system that electronically documents the time and location of care that in-home nurses provide. We have an important update...
Empowering Every Voter: Voting Resources for People With Disabilities
October 21, 2024
Accessible guides and information on your rights and options as a voter with a disability It's important that individuals of all abilities have the opportunity...
Share Your Input at Our Nov. 14 Family Advisory Council Open Forum
October 16, 2024
All Illinois families of children with special healthcare needs are welcome to share their feedback and experiences at this virtual forum. Join us for an...
Events
Webinar Series - "PUNS Know Your Options"
November 7, 2024
A free, monthly webinar series for families and individuals who have received an early notification/were selected for PUNS (Prioritization for Urgency of Need for Services)...
Virtual - Early Intervention Town Hall Meetings in Spanish, English and American Sign Language
November 7, 2024
Virtual meetings for families with children in early intervention to share experiences, ask questions and make suggestions for improvement The Illinois Department of Human Services'...
19th Annual Illinois Statewide Transition Conference in Springfield
November 7, 2024
The "Stepping Stones of Transition" conference shares services and resources to prepare youth and young adults with special healthcare needs and other disabilities for success...