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…
DSCC’s new greeting cards feature artwork from young Illinois artists The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is excited to announce the winners of our Greeting Card Art Contest….
Families transitioning to Medicaid managed care must select a health plan by or shortly after Jan. 10. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid managed care program that is now required statewide. The Illinois Department of…
Families transitioning to Medicaid managed care must select a health plan by Jan. 10. Children with special healthcare needs will move into Medicaid’s managed care program on Feb. 1. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid…
Families and professionals from around Illinois attended the annual Stepping Stones of Transition Conference to improve outcomes for transition-age youth with disabilities. More than 550 families and professionals gathered at the 15th annual Illinois Statewide…
Free Santa Experiences welcome children of all ages and abilities! Autism Speaks is once again partnering with Cherry Hill Programs this holiday season to provide free, sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country. All families of children…
Chicago Home Care Regional Office’s Yesenia Bustamante honored for outstanding service to children with special healthcare needs. Yesenia Bustamante is the 2019 recipient of the Award of Merit from the University of Illinois at Chicago’s…
New Feb. 1 deadline gives affected DSCC participants more time to research and select a Medicaid managed care plan. HealthChoice Illinois is the new Medicaid managed care program that is now required statewide. The Illinois…
