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

  • Explore Your Future Program at the National Technical Institute for the Deaf in New York

    July 12, 2025

    An opportunity for college-bound high school students who are deaf or hard of hearing to explore career options in business, computer science, engineering and more!...

  • ASL Performance of "The Outsiders" in Carbondale

    July 12, 2025

    Join the Stage Company for an American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation performance of "The Outsiders" on July 12 from 7:30  to 9 p.m. The Outsiders...

  • YMCA Camp Independence for Children With Spina Bifida in Ingleside

    July 13, 2025

    A traditional overnight camp experience for children ages 7 to 13 with spina bifida and other neurological disabilities Make a lifetime of memories at YMCA...