PLEASE NOTE: AS of March 9, 2025, the free COVID-19 test program has been suspended. Another round of free at-home COVID-19 tests is now available. Starting in late September 2024, every U.S. household can order…
The MCH Bridges podcast shares the story of how DSCC partnered with parent advocates and state agencies to allow generators to be an MFTD waiver benefit In August 2020, a powerful windstorm called a derecho…
HFS invites families to participate in listening sessions to share feedback on HealthChoice Illinois managed care The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) wants to hear about your experience with HealthChoice Illinois managed…
This free in-person training will take place Sept. 24-25 at UIC’s Simulation and Integrative Learning Center in Chicago. Registration is now open for a special in-person training program for the families and caregivers of children…
The 2024 Illinois Statewide Transition Conference is happening on Nov. 7-8 in Springfield Luz Diaz said she struggled emotionally before attending the Illinois Statewide Transition Conference. She felt isolated and unsure of the future for…
DSCC team members will be at the fair’s Sensory Station on Aug. 8-11 and help during special sensory-friendly Sunflower Hours on Aug. 10 We understand the importance of having inclusive and accessible activities for children…
This free in-person training will take place July 24-25 at UIC’s Simulation and Integrative Learning Center in Chicago. Registration is now open for a special in-person training program for the families and caregivers of children…
Acting allowed Izzy Gonzalez to break out of her shell and thrive while living with multiple disabilities Izzy Gonzalez describes her childhood as “a storm” filled with severe illness, medical trauma and frightening diagnoses. “As…
Eligible Chicago families who have children with disabilities in grades K-12 can apply for a chance to receive a one-time grant through Oct. 30 If you live in Chicago and have at least one child…
Todd Williams received Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) support growing up and now leads the Evaluation Center at the Illinois School for the Deaf Todd Williams has come full circle. Todd, 53, grew…
