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  • DSCC’s Medicare Fact Sheet

    Medicare is federal health insurance run by the Social Security Administration. This fact sheet from the Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) explains the program’s eligibility and how to enroll. It also explains the...

  • DSCC’s Mental Health Resources for Youth Tip Sheet

    The Division of Specialized Care for Children’s (DSCC) Mental Health Resources tip sheet provides a listing of websites, fact sheets and videos to help youth and their families find mental health resources. Mental Health Resources...

  • DSCC’s My Body is Changing Tip Sheet

    The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) created this tip sheet to help youth with special healthcare needs navigate puberty and learn about the changes they are experiencing. The tip sheet also includes information...

  • DSCC’s Paying for College Tip Sheet

    The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) created this tip sheet to help youth with special healthcare needs and their families learn more about available resources to help pay for college. The tip sheet...

  • DSCC’s Pediatric Versus Adult Healthcare Tip Sheet

    When you become an adult, your experience at the doctor’s office and the hospital might be different from what you are used to. This fact sheet explains some of the changes you might notice. Pediatric...

  • DSCC’s Planning and Going to College Tip Sheet

    Knowing your strengths, setting goals, and understanding the options and supports available for attending college is important. The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) created this tip sheet to help youth with special healthcare...

  • DSCC’s Planning for Accommodations at College Tip Sheet

    Youth with disabilities preparing for college can use this Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) tip sheet to learn about the types of accommodations available and how to receive them. DSCC’s Planning for Accommodations...

  • DSCC’s Planning Your Education and Transition for Life After High School Tip Sheet

    You play a big role in making sure you get the special education services you need. The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) created this tip sheet to help youth with special healthcare needs...

  • DSCC’s Point of Entry to Services in Illinois for Individuals With Developmental Disabilities (PUNS) Tip Sheet

    The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) created this tip sheet to help youth with special healthcare needs and their families learn about registering for PUNS. PUNS stands for Prioritization of Urgency of Need...

  • DSCC’s Preparing for Adult Living Tip Sheet

    It’s important for you make the most of your abilities and acknowledge your limitations. This understanding will help you know where you can improve and where you need accommodations. This tip sheet from the Division...

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