Illinois Miss Amazing Program Accepting Applications
The Miss Amazing program seeks to encourage future leaders and break down stereotypes by empowering girls with disabilities from a young age to take pride in who they are…
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New Law Empowers Adults With Disabilities to Make Their Own Choices
The Supported Decision-Making Act takes effect Feb. 27 and allows individuals with disabilities to make decisions with help from trusted supporters When making decisions, we all rely on help and advice to choose what’s right…
Parent Education Workshop Series Open to All DSCC Families
DSCC partners with IL LEND to offer an online space for parents to learn about important topics, gain resources and discuss strategies A new webinar series provides an online space for parents and caregivers to…
Program Coordinator Assistant Earns DSCC’s 2021 Merit Award
Kimberley Firkins recognized for exemplifying DSCC’s mission to partner, help and connect Kimberley Firkins is the 2021 recipient of the Award of Merit from the University of Illinois Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children…
Santa Making Sensory-Friendly Stops Statewide
Free Santa visits for children with autism and other special needs Are you ready for some Santa magic? Autism Speaks has partnered with Cherry Hill Programs to provide sensory-friendly Santa experiences nationwide. In Illinois, Santa…
Transition Conference Prepares Youth With Disabilities for Adulthood
Families and professionals came together in person and virtually at the annual Stepping Stones of Transition Conference in East Peoria to improve outcomes for transition-age youth with special needs As a single parent raising a…
New Support Group and Workshop Series for Home Care Families
UPDATE: Please note this support group is now open to all families of children enrolled with the Division of Specialized Care for Children. See the latest support group news for more details. The University of…
New Law Extends Illinois Early Intervention Services
Starting in January 2022, children with summer birthdays may continue Early Intervention services until the beginning of the next school year. A new Illinois law will stop a gap in services for children with summer…
New Monthly Mama Therapy Group for Central Illinois Caregivers
A DSCC mom and her friend started the Facebook group to connect with other parents of children with special needs Thanks to an outing at a coffee shop, hearing aids and an impromptu conversation, two…
Tell Us About Your Home Nursing Experience
A brief survey for Home Care Program families will help us improve service and support Attention all families in the Home Care Program! We want to know how well your family’s nursing agency is meeting…