Tips to Avoid Tick- and Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
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…
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Program Provides Free, Healthy Meals and Snacks for Children
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 Provides Screening Devices and Training to Better Serve Infants with Hearing Loss
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…
Disaster Preparedness Tips for People with Special Needs and Caregivers
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…
DSCC Thanks Orthopedic Surgeon for Extraordinary Care and Service
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…
Summer Camp Opportunities for All Ages and Abilities
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…
Public Comment Notice for MFTD Waiver
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…
State Police Provide Safe Option for Medication Disposal
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…
Supported Employment Listening and Learning Sessions
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…
DSCC FY 2017 Annual Report Now Available
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…