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Public Comment Notice for MFTD Waiver

May 11th, 2018

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…

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State Police Provide Safe Option for Medication Disposal

April 9th, 2018

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…

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Supported Employment Listening and Learning Sessions

March 28th, 2018

Discuss existing barriers to employment for people with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities and their families are invited to join the Arc of Illinois, the Self-Advocacy Alliance, Sibling Leadership Network and Illinois Assistive Technology Program for a series…

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The FY 2017 UIC Division of Specialized Care for Children Annual Report cover features a photo of an African American boy sitting and smiling with his big sister holding him closely next to her.

DSCC FY 2017 Annual Report Now Available

March 2nd, 2018

Report explains our mission and highlights our progress. UIC’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) partners with Illinois families and communities to help children and youth with special healthcare needs connect to services and…

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Family Advisory Council Shares Self-Care Tips

November 29th, 2017

DSCC’s dedicated and experienced parents share advice in honor of National Family Caregivers Month. National Family Caregivers Month in November recognizes the real-life heroes who selflessly care for their loved ones and relatives. The theme…

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Sensory-Friendly Santa Stops in Illinois

November 22nd, 2017

Participating malls across the state invite youth of all ages and abilities to meet Santa. Autism Speaks is partnering with Cherry Hill Programs this holiday season to provide sensory-friendly Santa Experiences for families across the country. All…

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