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.

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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.
— Erica Stearns, mother of Margot and Caratacus

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Events

  • DSCC Health Insurance Education Series: Division of Developmental Disabilities (DDD) Medicaid Waivers

    May 13, 2025

    Free webinar series explaining Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver Programs for Illinois Join the University of Illinois Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children...

  • Virtual - Alliance of PKU Families Round Table for Individuals 18 and Older

    May 13, 2025

    Free virtual monthly meetup for adults 18 and older affected by phenylketonuria (PKU) Join the Alliance of Phenylketonuria (PKU) Families' virtual "PKU 18+ Round Table"...

  • "2025 TPC Disability Community Resource Fair" in Loves Park

    May 13, 2025

    Free community resource fair for people with disabilities of all ages and their families/caregivers and friends Join the Transition Planning Committee (TPC) of Boone, Ogle,...