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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's Lombard RO staff poses with blankets they made for caregivers

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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DSCC 2019 promotional calendar cover featuring three stick figure children's drawings

DSCC 2019 Calendar Contest Winners Announced

November 29th, 2018

New promotional calendar features artwork from 15 young artists from across the state. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is excited to announce the winners of our 2019…

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Sensory-Friendly Santa Stops from Autism Speaks

November 27th, 2018

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…

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Options for Voters with Disabilities

October 11th, 2018

Learn more about your rights and options with USAGov’s Guide for Voters with a Disability. Election Day is right around the corner. Do you know if your polling place is accessible? Do you need accommodations?…

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