The Johnson family donated 160 Easter baskets for children at Central DuPage Hospital, surpassing their goal despite the coronavirus outbreak Andrea Stambaugh vividly recalls the disappointment she felt when her son, Axel Johnson, was in…
Families may now receive EI services through video for their infants or toddlers with disabilities or delays. The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is making Early Intervention (EI) services available through live video visits….
Instructions for safely cleaning and re-using supplies for technology-dependent children. Adequate medical supplies are essential for families caring for children who are medically fragile and technology-dependent at home. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division…
The Illinois Department of Public Health gives recommended guidance for preventing the spread of COVID-19 in medically fragile children. The Illinois Department of Public Health has provided guidance for how to prevent the spread of…
We’re here to help participants and their families plan and take the proper precautions with their medical supplies during the COVID-19 outbreak. Many families enrolled with the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized…
The count helps support key programs and services for children and families. Every 10 years, the U.S. Census Bureau counts all people in the United States. This count determines how much federal money is available…
Families can watch video presentations from experts in the field on a range of topics affecting children who are deaf or hard of hearing. The Institute for Parents of Preschool Children Who Are Deaf or…
DSCC Program Coordinator Assistant Lisette Rios draws from her own family’s experiences in the program to connect with other families. In 22 years, Lisette Rios’ life has truly come full circle. Born with a cleft…
Public input needed for maternal and child health survey The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) wants to hear from you. We invite Illinois residents to fill out a…
DSCC continues to provide care coordination services and support for affected families. Illinois children with special healthcare needs who receive Medicaid are now enrolled in managed care. Managed care is a type of health insurance…
