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 team members will be at the fair's Sensory Station on Aug. 8-11 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 10
We understand the importance of having inclusive and accessible activities for children and fami...
NurseNet helps Home Care Program families connect with nursing agencies to find available nurses in your area.
Finding in-home nurses can be challenging for many families caring for children and adults with complex medical needs.
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An opportunity for youth to help improve transition support and make a difference!
Youth with special healthcare needs should have a big role in shaping their future and helping improve support for others.
We want to hear fr...
News
Sensory-Friendly Hours and Programs for Families at the Illinois State Fair
July 24, 2024
DSCC team members will be at the fair's Sensory Station on Aug. 8-11 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 10 We understand...
June 27, 2024
This free in-person training will take place July 24-25 at UIC's Simulation and Integrative Learning Center in Chicago. Registration is now open for a special...
Theater Helps DSCC Youth Find Her Purpose and Voice
June 11, 2024
Acting allowed Izzy Gonzalez to break out of her shell and thrive while living with multiple disabilities Izzy Gonzalez describes her childhood as “a storm”...
Events
Back to School Resource Fair 2024 in Waukegan
July 27, 2024
Free resource fair and school supply giveaway for all Waukegan Community School District 60 students and their families Join Waukegan Community School District 60 for...
Access to Waves Adaptive Water Ski Clinics in Rock Island
July 27, 2024
Adaptive clinic for people with disabilities to experience water skiing Backwater Gamblers Access to Waves is providing two adaptive water skiing clinics. The first is...
2024 Tackling Disabilities Football Camp in Watseka
July 27, 2024
Learn about football and have fun at this free camp for students with disabilities, their parents and siblings The Watseka Warriors Football program will host...