DSCC is on Instagram!
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…
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Update on Federal SNAP Benefits and Food Resources for Families
DSCC can help our participant families find food pantries and other resources as the federal government shutdown continues. UPDATED on Nov. 6, 2025 – The federal government will fund only half of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance…
Important Update About Our Phone Menu Options
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…
Update on DSCC’s New Claims Processing System
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…
Seeking Teens and Young Adults for Our Youth Advisory Council
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…
Free Virtual Training Program on Caring for Children With Complex Medical Needs at Home
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 Nursing Services
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…
Celebrating 80 Years of the Institute for Parents of Preschool Children Who Are Deaf or Hard of Hearing
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.
Research Study Opportunity on the Transition to Adult Care
The study seeks people with special healthcare needs between the ages of 20 and 30 and their families Researchers at the University of Chicago are exploring how care changes for people with special healthcare needs…
Webinar Series to Help Families, Caregivers and Youth Navigate the Transition to Adulthood
Learn practical strategies and tools to plan for the transition to adulthood during our free two-part series Families can face new challenges and shifting roles as young people move toward adulthood. Join the Division of…