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.
To have an organization that... (makes) the family’s job, even though it’s a difficult one, run more smoothly, that’s what Specialized Care for Children really does.
News
DSCC Families Connect, Find Support for Children with Hearing Loss During Annual Institute
July 13, 2018
Families gain valuable information and confidence during the 2018 Institute for Parents of Preschool Children who are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Late last year,...
Tips to Avoid Heat-Related Illnesses
June 29, 2018
Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them. A predicted heat wave for most of the state could bring a dangerous mix of high...
Healthy Foods Distributions in Central Illinois
June 26, 2018
Free events providing fresh produce, milk and other nutritious items. The Central Illinois Foodbank is holding "Healthy Foods Distribution" events throughout central Illinois this summer. The foodbank partners...
Events
Camp Lions Session III "Deaf Week" in Central Illinois
July 15, 2018
Fun camp experience for deaf and hard-of-hearing youth. Camp Lions' mission is for the overall growth of the individual camper in self-confidence, knowledge, independence, leadership...
Lower-Sensory 3D Movie Experience at Brookfield Zoo
July 15, 2018
Lower sound and more lights during special 3D movie showings on Sundays in July. Brookfield Zoo is offering a lower-sensory showing of its 3D movies...
Camp Callahan Session 2 in West Central Illinois
July 15, 2018
Exciting, safe summer camp experience for individuals with disabilities. Camp Callahan aims to serve youth with wide-ranging disabilities through a stimulating, liberating program in an environment...