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.
We’ve been quite fortunate, blessed I would say, to have phenomenal Care Coordinators through DSCC, and I don’t take that for granted at all. They have a wealth of information. I’ve learned so much through my interactions with DSCC.
News

Home Care Nurses, We Need Your Input!
October 1, 2026
Your feedback can help guide future improvements to the Home Care Program Attention in-home nurses who care for children and adults in the Home Care...

Meet Our Medical Advisory Board Member: Dr. Matthew Mischler
September 29, 2026
Helping youth with special healthcare needs find a safe landing spot in adult care As a physician and clinical professor of internal medicine-pediatrics, Dr. Matthew...

Share Your Feedback on a New MFTD Waiver Service
September 15, 2026
The proposed change would allow legally responsible adults to provide certified nursing assistance services to participants under age 21 Families have an opportunity to share...
Events
Webinar - "How to Handle More Than You Can Handle"
October 1, 2026
Gain insight into navigating life's most challenging seasons at this free workshop for families of children with disabilities Join STAR NET Regions II and VI...
Illinois Spina Bifida Association Ice Cream Social in Bradley
October 1, 2026
Enjoy free ice cream while relaxing and meeting others in the community with spina bifida Join the Illinois Spina Bifida Association (ISBA) for the Kankakee...
Special Needs Superheroes Event in Mount Vernon
October 3, 2026
A free event for children and adults with disabilities and their families featuring superheroes, face painting, live entertainment, food and fun! Superheroes will unite at...




