Learn the signs of heat-related illnesses and how to prevent them. A predicted heat wave for most of the state could bring a dangerous mix of high temperatures and high humidity. Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH)…
Free events providing fresh produce, milk and other nutritious items. The Central Illinois Foodbank is holding “Healthy Foods Distribution” events throughout central Illinois this summer. The foodbank partners with a host site to secure a parking lot and…
Learn what you and your family can do to avoid insect bites this summer. Summer is here and so are the outdoor pests. But insect bites are much more than an itchy inconvenience. They can spread…
Program open to all youth age 18 and under to fill the nutritional gap during the summer months. Many Illinois families depend on their children’s schools to provide regular, healthy meals. The Illinois State Board of Education…
DSCC partnership with UIC’s Division of Audiology will help more newborns with suspected hearing loss receive timely screenings and follow-up services. The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) continues…
IEMA highlights importance of disaster preparedness for people with functional and access needs during the month of May. While most disasters can’t be prevented, the stress of such situations can be reduced significantly through personal…
Dr. Gabriel retires after helping hundreds of DSCC youth through free orthopedic clinics. Eleven-year-old Bayan sat quietly in an exam room during a recent orthopedic assessment clinic hosted by the University of Illinois at Chicago’s…
A variety of overnight and day camps are available throughout Illinois. Are you looking for fun and engaging activities to help your child make new friends, develop new skills and foster their independence? Our Care…
Comments for the proposed medically fragile, technology dependent waiver amendment are due June 9. The state invites families to provide their input for an amendment to the Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Waiver for children who are…
Drug collection receptacles are available at five state police headquarters across the state. Five Illinois State Police District headquarters across the state are providing receptacles for people to drop off their unused and unwanted prescription medications. The headquarters are…
