Celebrate the holidays with our list of inclusive, sensory-friendly events happening across Illinois. The holiday season is a time for joy, connection and shared traditions. For individuals with sensory sensitivities, medical complexities and other disabilities,…
We’ve developed resources to help you support your mental health, reduce stress and connect with others who understand. November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the incredible dedication of families…
Join us as we grow our online community to share resources, family stories and more. The Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is now on Instagram! Follow @UICDSCC to stay connected and find: Follow…
DSCC can help our participant families find food pantries and other resources as the federal government shutdown continues. UPDATED on Nov. 14, 2025 – The Illinois Department of Human Services says it’s working to distribute…
Details about our updated phone menu to help families more quickly connect with our team It’s important that you can reach the right team member whenever you need help or have questions. We want to…
Find out what our participant families can expect as we continue to roll out CarePay, our new claims processing system We want to share our progress as we implement a new claims system and explain…
The council is a great opportunity to share your voice and help improve transition support for youth across Illinois. Calling all teens and young adults with special healthcare needs in Illinois! Would you like to…
DSCC is proud to sponsor the expanded eHomeCare program to help families and home nurses improve their care knowledge and refresh their skills We are excited to help expand a free online training program on…
New approval process for respite care for individuals enrolled in the MFTD waiver begins on Sept. 1 Families enrolled in the Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services Waiver for Those Who Are Medically Fragile Technology Dependent…
June 10 through June 14, 2025, marked 80 years of the Institute for Parents of Preschool Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing. Eighteen families from across the state found community and connection at this five-day program.
