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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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Phalynn Graham laughing

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 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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Santa Claus with bag of presents

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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Elections worker assists man wearing headphones at voting booth

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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colorful art supplies, DSCC logo

Artwork Needed for DSCC Calendar Contest

July 30th, 2018

Children and young adults’ original drawings will be featured in DSCC’s 2019 promotional calendar. Calling all young artists! The University of Illinois at Chicago’s Division of Specialized Care for Children (DSCC) is seeking children and…

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