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 reassurance you gave me that (my Care Coordinator) was here and he understood and if I needed anything, I could just call or come to the office and it was OK. There was nothing we couldn’t handle.
News
Social Connection Helps Physical and Mental Health
October 9, 2020
To celebrate World Mental Health Day, DSCC promotes the importance of social connection and ways to support it. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division...
In the News: DSCC Participant Wins Adaptive Bike
October 7, 2020
Project Mobility awards adaptive bikes to seven youth with mobility issues Six-year-old-Dayna loves to keep up with her older brothers. But keeping up became a...
DSCC Staffing Interruption Update for Families
September 16, 2020
Note: This post was updated on Sept. 24, 2020 All staff have returned to work at the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized...
Events
Florissa Annual Fall Family Fest
October 24, 2020
Celebration for families of children with special needs. Florissa is hosting its annual Fall Family Fest on Oct. 24 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m....
Illinois Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side Halloween Costume Contest
October 25, 2020
Contest for children who are deaf/hard of hearing under the age of 12 Illinois Hands & Voices Guide By Your Side is hosting a...
The Arc's 2020 National Convention
October 26, 2020
A free virtual event to learn from professionals and individuals in the disability community. The Arc’s National Convention is an opportunity to connect and...