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Sensory-Friendly Bunny Visits

March 27th, 2019

Free Easter Bunny visits for people of all ages and abilities. Individuals with special needs and their families are invited to sensory-friendly Easter Bunny photo sessions scheduled throughout Illinois. Autism Speaks is partnering with Cherry Hill…

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DSCC Teamwork Helps Infant Heart Patient

February 22nd, 2019

DSCC staff provide an air conditioner to family of baby boy recovering from heart surgery in triple-digit temperatures. Families enrolled with the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) know their care coordination team…

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Illinois Miss Amazing Junior Teen Queen 2018 Izzy Gonzalez

DSCC Participant Promotes Illinois Miss Amazing

February 11th, 2019

2018 Illinois Miss Amazing Junior Teen Queen Izzy Gonzalez encourages others to share their talents and creativity. Fifteen-year-old Izzy Gonzalez didn’t know what to expect when she decided to take part in her first Illinois…

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DSCC Helps 4-Year-Old Come Home

January 11th, 2019

Great teamwork helped Phalynn Graham celebrate her first Christmas outside the hospital. Christmas 2018 was an unforgettable celebration for Phalynn Graham and her family. It was the first holiday that the 4-year-old was able to spend at home,…

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DSCC Cares About Caregivers

December 18th, 2018

DSCC staff join forces to honor caregivers during National Family Caregivers Month. Staff at the University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) understand that caring for a child with special needs is…

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Reel Movies for Real Needs

December 10th, 2018

Marcus Theatres’ offers sensory-friendly showings for families with special needs. Marcus Theatres Reel Movies for Real Needs is a specially designed program to serve families with special needs who seldom attend movies. It provides a welcoming…

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