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
Free Course On How to Care for Children With a Trach
April 14, 2021
Online training for families and professionals on caring for children with a tracheostomy with/without a ventilator A free course is available for how to care...
Former DSCC Employee Wins Lifetime Achievement Award
March 31, 2021
Ralph Schubert honored for 40 years helping Illinois children and families Ralph Schubert has received the Title V Lifetime Achievement Award from the federal Maternal...
Free Tax Preparation Help for Illinois Families
March 8, 2021
Programs provide help for persons with disabilities, limited English-speaking taxpayers, low-income families and individuals over 60 Free tax help is available for Illinois residents in...
Events
Webinar - "Services of UIC Specialized Care for Children -What Families Need to Know"
May 19, 2021
Free presentation for parents, friends and professionals who support children with complex healthcare needs The Arc of Illinois Family to Family Health Information Center...
May 22, 2021
Special event for families of children with special needs Families of children with special needs are invited to attend an evening of free food, fun...
Voyager Summer Internship for Lake and McHenry County Youth
June 1, 2021
A virtual summer youth internship program for 14- to 21-year-olds with disabilities The Lake County Center for Independent Living (LCCIL) is offering a summer...